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A taxpayer’s case is closed when they file missing returns, pay all taxes owed, have agreed to a payment arrangement, or are placed into a non-collectible status because they are currently unable to pay due to financial hardship. 

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What does this mean to me?

Your collection case has been closed, because the IRS records show you: 

  • you have filed all your current tax returns, 
  • you do not owe any taxes at this time, 
  • you have agreed to a payment arrangement, or  
  • you have been placed in a non-collectible status due to financial hardship.
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How did I get here?

You had missing returns that were filed, had taxes owed that were paid or are being paid by a payment arrangement, or your account was recently placed into a non-collectible status due to financial hardship. 

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What are my next steps?

  • You don’t need to take any action at this time.  
  • File all future tax returns and pay any amounts you owe on time.  
    • If you cannot pay in full, pay as much as you can to limit penalties and interest. 

 

If you have any questions about your account, please call the IRS at 

  •  1-800-829-1040 (individuals),
  • 1-800-829-4933 (businesses), 
  • 1-267-941-1000 (international – not a toll-free call).  
  • For general information rather than case-related questions, you can also check on the IRS website at IRS.gov. 
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If you still need help

The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the IRS that helps taxpayers and protects taxpayers’ rights. We can offer you help if your tax problem is causing a financial difficulty, you’ve tried and been unable to resolve your issue with the IRS, or you believe an IRS system, process, or procedure just isn’t working as it should. If you qualify for our assistance, which is always free, we will do everything possible to help you.

Visit www.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov or call 1-877-777-4778.

Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs) are independent from the IRS and TAS. LITCs represent individuals whose income is below a certain level and who need to resolve tax problems with the IRS. LITCs can represent taxpayers in audits, appeals, and tax collection disputes before the IRS and in court. In addition, LITCs can provide information about taxpayer rights and responsibilities in different languages for individuals who speak English as a second language. Services are offered for free or a small fee. For more information or to find an LITC near you, see the LITC page on the TAS website or Publication 4134, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic List.

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