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CP2005 notice: what it means and what to do
Got an IRS CP2005 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 CP2005 notice freeWhat the IRS says this notice is about
We accepted the information you sent us. We're not going to change your tax return. We've closed our review of it.
What you need to do
- Read your notice carefully.
- You don't have to respond to the notice.
- If you have a payment plan for another IRS debt, keep making your payments.
Your deadline
Answer by the date printed on your notice. If there is no date, answer as soon as you can, and call the number on the notice if you need more time.
What to check before you answer
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.
You may want to
- Keep a copy of your notice for your files.
- Contact us if you don't get a refund for any payment you made on the proposed changes we now aren't going to make.
- Contact us by mail or by calling the toll-free number on your notice with any questions we haven't answered below.
Common questions
Why did it take you so long to contact me about this matter? (updated Oct. 11, 2024)
Our systems match the information you report on your tax return with information reported by employers, banks, businesses, and others. This matching takes several months to complete.
What if I sent you a payment based on the changes you proposed?
You'll receive a refund check in 4 to 6 weeks as long as you owe no taxes or other debts we have to collect.
What if I petitioned the U.S. Tax Court?
Our Office of Chief Counsel will contact you about closing your petition.
What should I do if you close my case without changing my account and I think you closed it in error?
Please call the toll-free number on your notice.
What should I do if I receive another notice or letter?
If the notice or letter is about this matter, pay no attention to it. If it's about another matter, read it carefully and follow its instructions.
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