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Case Closed

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Overview

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. TAS helps taxpayers resolve problems with the IRS, makes administrative and legislative recommendations to prevent or correct the problems, and protects taxpayer rights. TAS helps all taxpayers (and their representatives), including individuals, businesses, and exempt organizations. You may be eligible for free TAS help if your IRS problem is causing financial difficulty, if you’ve tried and been unable to resolve your issue with the IRS, or if you believe an IRS system, process, or procedure just isn’t working as it should.

TAS has offices in every state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. To find your local advocate’s number:

Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs) assist individuals whose income is below a certain level who need to resolve tax problems with the IRS. They also provide education, outreach, and information on taxpayer rights to individuals who speak English as a second language. LITCs represent taxpayers in disputes before the IRS and courts and help taxpayers respond to IRS notices and correct account problems. Services are offered for free or a small fee. LITCs are independent from the IRS and TAS. For more information or to find an LITC near you, see the LITC Page or Publication 4134, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic List. You can also request Pub. 4134 by calling 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

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