What this notice is about
The amounts shown on your information returns differed from the amounts shown on your employment tax returns. As a result of this discrepancy, you owe an additional amount.
What you need to do
- Read your notice carefully. It will explain why you owe money on your taxes.
- Pay the amount you owe by the date on the notice’s payment coupon.
- If you can’t pay the full amount, call the number listed on the notice to make a payment arrangement.
- If you disagree with the changes we made, contact us within 30 days from the date of your notice.
Frequently asked questions
Call the number listed in your notice or write to the address listed in the notice for specific information about your tax return.
Call us at the number listed in the notice or write to us at the address listed in the notice. Be prepared to provide supporting correspondence or documents to show why you disagree.
You can arrange a payment plan with us if you can’t pay the full amount.
Yes, we will charge you a late payment penalty. Your notice explains how we calculate that penalty.
Helpful information
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to contact the IRS on your behalf.
- See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic.
- If you can’t find what you need online, call the IRS number at the top of your notice or letter. If you didn’t receive a letter or notice, use telephone assistance.
- If you can't resolve the penalty on your own, contact Taxpayer Advocate Service, an independent organization within IRS.