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Letter 6436C: what it means and what to do
Got an IRS Letter 6436C? 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 Letter 6436C freeWhat the IRS says this notice is about
This letter explains what’s missing or incomplete on Form 8038-CP PDF which may delay processing of your return.
What you need to do
Send the requested information within 30 days from the date of the letter. If we don’t receive a response, we may not be able to correctly process your form.
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
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
- File electronically. Electronic filing of Form 8038-CP is expected to be available later in 2022.
- Visit the Tax-exempt bonds page for more information, tools and the community newsletter.