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Letter 6470: what it means and what to do
Got an IRS Letter 6470? 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 6470 freeWhat the IRS says this notice is about
This letter provides more information about your right to appeal a change we made to the amount of the Recovery Rebate Credit on your 2020 tax return. The change was due to a calculation or eligibility error or a taxpayer identification number error for you, your spouse, or one or more of your dependents. We previously sent you a CP 11 , 12 , or 13 notice explaining the change, but that notice did not properly explain your appeal rights.
What you need to do
Read your letter carefully. It explains the steps you need to take to request an appeal.
If you agree with the changes we made to your return
You don't need to take further action.
If you disagree with the changes we made to your return
Contact us at the number or address we provided in your letter. You must contact us within 60 calendar days from the date of your letter to preserve your formal appeal rights.
Helpful information
- Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer PDF
Your deadline
The IRS page for this notice mentions 60 days. Always use the date printed on your own notice.
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.
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