What this notice is about We previously contacted you to file your federal tax returns, but we didn’t receive a response. You must file your tax returns immediately. Questions about your LT26 notice? Chat with us now - we're available online: Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. ET / 5 a.m.-7 p.m. PT Saturday-Sunday: Unavailable Chat now Actions to take to resolve your account Read your notice carefully: Follow the instructions on your notice. Filing missing tax returns: Send your completed returns to the address on the notice within 10 days from the date of your notice. Frequently asked questions What if I already filed the returns? If it’s been over 10 weeks since you sent us the return, contact us at the toll-free number listed in the notice. What if I’m not required to file? Please contact us at the toll-free number listed in the notice with that information. How do I file my missing returns? Read your notice carefully to identify which tax returns are missing from IRS records. You may need to file returns from multiple tax years. You can find information about how to prepare your return at Filing Your Taxes. How can I determine if I'm required to file? Use the Do I Need to File A Tax Return? tool to see if you meet the filing requirements for the tax years involved. If the tool indicates you’re not required to file a return, but your notice indicates you are, please call the toll-free number on your notice. What if I'm due a refund? Based on your income and other factors, you may still be required to file even if you’re due a refund. Also, to receive the refund, you must file a delinquent return within three years from the original return due date, or within two years from the date you full paid the tax, whichever is later. What do I do if I can't pay the full balance at the time of filing? Pay what you can at the time of filing to reduce the interest and applicable penalties. You can enter into an installment agreement to pay, over time, any remaining balance on your account. If you owe less than $50,000, you may be able to set up an installment agreement using the Online Payment Agreement tool, which is the fastest way to get an installment agreement approved. If you can’t apply online, call us at the toll-free number on your notice, or complete and send us Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request PDF. Reference tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Publication 594, The IRS Collection Process PDF Publication 1660, Collection Appeal Rights PDF Notice 746, Information About Your Notice, Penalty and Interest PDF Paying your taxes Full list of tax forms and instructions Need help? You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information. You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS). See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic. You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print. If you can’t find what you need online, call the telephone number on your notice or letter.
