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CP183 notice: what it means and what to do
Got an IRS CP183 notice? Here is what it means, your deadline, what to check before you answer, and how to reply. Check your own letter free: it stays on your phone.
Check my CP183 notice freeWhat the IRS says this notice is about
We received your Form 720, Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return PDF , but it is missing some important information.
What you need to do
- Complete the information on a Form 15105, No Breakdown of Liability By Abstract Number on Form 720 PDF Provide a breakdown of the type of tax (coal, gas, oil, etc.)
- Provide the amount applied to each type
- Respond within 30 days from the date of this notice. The incomplete information could result in your account having penalties and interest assessed.
Tips for future filings
Complete Form 720 PDF :
- List the amount for each type of tax reported, using the proper IRS Number (IRS No.) assigned for each type of excise tax. The IRS No. is listed on the right and left columns of the form.
- Review Publication 510, Excise Taxes (Including Fuel Tax Credits and Refunds) .
Your deadline
The IRS page for this notice mentions 30 days. Always use the date printed on your own notice.
What to check before you answer
You may be able to remove the penalties
If you had no penalties in the 3 tax years before, filed all required returns, and paid or arranged to pay the tax, the IRS First-Time Abatement policy can remove failure-to-file and failure-to-pay penalties. You can ask in writing or by phone.
Cannot pay it all now? Ask for a payment plan
You can apply for a payment plan on irs.gov. Interest keeps running until the balance is paid, so pay what you can now.
Is this letter really from the IRS?
The IRS writes first by mail. A real letter shows a notice or letter number, your name and part of your tax ID number. The IRS does not ask for payment by gift card, crypto or wire transfer. If in doubt, sign in to your IRS online account, where many notices are listed.
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