What this notice is about We’re reminding you of tax, penalty, and interest you owe. Your account will remain in non-collectable status until your financial situation changes. This notice also explains the possible denial or revocation of your United States passport. Read the information carefully to know how it may affect you. What you need to do Read your notice carefully — it will explain how much money you owe on your taxes. If we notified you that we suspended enforced collection on your account because it would create a financial hardship (meaning you would be unable to pay basic reasonable living expenses if we levied) AND your financial situation has not changed, you don’t need to do anything. You may want to Make payment arrangements if you cannot pay the full amount you owe. Learn more about your payment options and how to make a payment arrangement. Learn more about how to submit an offer in compromise. Frequently asked questions Am I charged interest on the money I owe? Yes, interest accrues on your unpaid balance until you pay it in full. Do I receive a penalty if I cannot pay the full amount? Yes, you receive a late payment penalty. What happens if I cannot pay the full amount I owe? You can arrange to make a payment plan with us if you cannot pay the full amount you owe. How can I set up a payment plan? Call the toll-free number on the top right corner of your notice to discuss payment options or learn more about payment arrangements. Why would my passport be denied or revoked? The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act generally prohibits the U.S. Department of State from issuing or renewing a passport to a taxpayer with seriously delinquent tax debt. Additional information on passport certification is available at IRS.gov/passports. Helpful information Publication 594, The IRS Collection ProcessPDF Notice 746, Information About Your Notice, Penalty and InterestPDF Form 1040-ES, Estimated Tax for IndividualsPDF Publication 505, Tax Withholding and Estimated TaxPDF Form 9465, Installment Agreement RequestPDF Tips for next year Consider filing your taxes electronically. Filing online can help you avoid mistakes and find credits and deductions that you may qualify for. In many cases you can file for free. Learn more about e-file. Reference Tools Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax Full list of tax forms and instructions Cần Trợ Giúp? Quý vị có thể ủy quyền cho ai đó (tiếng Anh) thay mặt quý vị liên lạc với IRS. Xem liệu quý vị có đủ điều kiện để nhận được sự trợ giúp từ Trung Tâm Cho Người Đóng Thuế Có Thu Nhập Thấp (tiếng Anh). Nếu quý vị không thể tìm thấy những gì quý vị cần trực tuyến, hãy gọi cho IRS theo số ở đầu thông báo hoặc thư gửi cho quý vị.
