How do I contact the IRS to ask a question?

You can call 1-800-829-1040 to get answers to your federal tax questions 24 hours a day. Tax forms and instructions for current and prior years are available by calling 1-800-829-3676.

How do you speak to a live person at the IRS?

Can I chat with IRS online?

Access the PTIN online chat if you are a tax professional.

Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. You can find out more information on how to contact this program here: https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/contact-the-return-preparer-program.

Can you ask questions to the IRS online?

Taxpayers can find reliable answers to their tax questions using the Interactive Tax Assistant. This tool asks a series of questions and provides immediate answers on a variety of tax topics.

How can I get help with IRS problems?

You can call your advocate, whose number is in your local directory, in Publication 1546, Taxpayer Advocate Service -- Your Voice at the IRSPDF, and on our website at IRS.gov/advocate. You can also call us toll-free at 877-777-4778.

HOW TO CALL THE IRS

Where can I get free answers to tax questions?

Contact the IRS

For the fastest information, the IRS recommends finding answers to your tax questions online. You can also call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or TTY: 1-800-829-4059. This option works best for less complex questions.

Can I email IRS a question?

Send the IRS Comments and Feedback by E-mail

Give us your email address if you want a response, but don't include any social security numbers or other personal tax account information.

Why is it so hard to get in contact with the IRS?

The IRS is already sitting on a backlog of almost 5 million pieces of mail from taxpayers and accountants — on top of a backlog of 6 million unprocessed individual tax returns, according to the NTA. Both logjams are causing holdups and delays in processing returns and solving taxpayer problems, experts say.

Is there an email for the IRS?

The IRS doesn't initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information.

How do I get a person on the phone at IRS 2021?

What phone number is 800 829 0922?

If you want to call the IRS, make sure you call the right number: 800-829-0922. The letter says you have 60 days from the date of the letter to appeal or you can sue in federal court. You may want to hire a tax professional and you may qualify for low-income taxpayer clinics. They're free or close to free.

How do I speak to someone at the IRS 2022?

Call the IRS at 844-545-5640 and make an appointment early on.

Is the IRS taking phone calls?

Rettig said the IRS expects to return to “normal” levels of phone service during the 2022 fiscal year, which he defined as “right around 70%” of calls answered, as the agency recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. “We're currently running about 19% to 20% level of service,” Rettig said.

Does the IRS answer the phone?

Last year, many factors contributed to the IRS receiving a record number of telephone calls and answering the lowest percentage of calls in its history. Taxpayers sought information and assistance regarding delayed refund claims, unprocessed returns, and new tax legislation.

How long is IRS on hold?

In our study, the average wait time for a call to the IRS Automated Collections for Business (ACS-B) line is just over 70 minutes. When you take into account having to call back if you get disconnected, you'll see an effective hold time of a staggering 108 minutes to get through to an agent.

What do I do if I have not received my stimulus check?

If the bank says it hasn't received a payment, you can request a payment trace. To request a payment trace, call 800-919-9835 or fill out IRS Form 3911, Taxpayer Statement Regarding Refund.

What is the standard deduction for 2021?

2021 Standard Deductions

$12,550 for single filers. $12,550 for married couples filing separately. $18,800 for heads of households. $25,100 for married couples filing jointly.

Is Social Security taxable?

Some people who get Social Security must pay federal income taxes on their benefits. However, no one pays taxes on more than 85% percent of their Social Security benefits. You must pay taxes on your benefits if you file a federal tax return as an “individual” and your “combined income” exceeds $25,000.

What happens if I just don't file taxes?

If you fail to file your taxes on time, you'll likely encounter what's called a Failure to File Penalty. The penalty for failing to file represents 5% of your unpaid tax liability for each month your return is late, up to 25% of your total unpaid taxes. If you're due a refund, there's no penalty for failure to file.

Why does the IRS take so long to answer the phone?

“Our ability to answer phone calls reflects the amount of staffing available,” the IRS said in its defense. “Pending budget proposals would help the agency's ability to assist more taxpayers, including on the phones.” On this issue, the IRS is right. It isn't given enough money to help taxpayers.

How do I talk to a live person at the IRS during coronavirus?

Talk to someone and Identifying your identity

1-800-305-5084 to verify identity but if you want to talk to someone call 1-800-829-0582 ext 652 for the IRS. Good luck!

What is the best time to call the IRS?

Call at the best time.

A good rule of thumb: Call as early in the morning as possible. Phones are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (your local time) Monday to Friday, except: Residents of Hawaii and Alaska should follow Pacific time. Puerto Rico hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time.

Why is my refund taking so long?

Your return could have been flagged as fraudulent because of identity theft or fraud. Some returns are taking longer because of corrections needed that are related to the earned-income tax credit and the pandemic-related stimulus payments (officially termed a “Recovery Rebate Credit”).

What phone number is 800 829 3676?

Federal Income and Payroll Tax

Visit the IRS website or contact a local office in California. Customer service phone numbers: Tax Forms: 1-800-829-3676. Refund/Tax information: 1-800-829-4477.