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CP22I notice: what it means and what to do
Got an IRS CP22I 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 CP22I notice freeWhat the IRS says this notice is about
We made changes to your tax return for the tax year specified on the notice for Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA) taxes.
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What you need to do
Review your notice carefully. It explains the changes made to your return.
If you agree with our changes:
- If you have a remaining balance due, pay the amount due by the date printed on your notice to avoid accruing additional interest and penalties. Pay online to ensure timely receipt of your payment. Make payment arrangements if you can't pay the full amount you owe.
- If we owe you a refund and you haven’t already received it via direct deposit or mail, you can expect to receive it within 2-3 weeks of the date printed on your notice. If you don’t receive your refund within 2-3 weeks, call us at the number shown on your notice.
- Your refund amount may include interest. Any interest you receive on tax refunds is considered taxable income during the year you receive it.
- Be sure to correct your copy of your tax return for your records.
If you disagree with the changes we made, contact us at the number provided on your notice.
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
You have 60 days to disagree
If you disagree with the change and ask in writing within 60 days of the notice date, the law requires the IRS to reverse it. If the IRS still disagrees, it must then use the regular process, which keeps your appeal rights.
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.
Common questions
Call us at the toll-free number listed on your notice.
If you disagree, contact us at the toll-free number listed on your notice.
You can request a payment plan with us. For more information about payment options, review Topic no. 202, Tax payment options .
If you don't full pay the amount you owe by the date on the payment coupon, interest will accrue on the unpaid balance after that date.
Yes, you'll receive a late payment penalty. You can contact us at the number listed on your notice if you’re unable to pay the full amount shown in your specific notice because of circumstances beyond your control. Contact us by the due date of your payment and, depending on your situation, we may be able to remove the penalty.
Yes. Call the toll-free number listed on your notice to discuss payment options or check out more information on payment options and how to make a payment arrangement.
There are other options, such as paying by credit card . Note: There may be a fee to pay by credit card.
You'll need to file Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return .
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