Get Irs 15227 2024-2025

If your e-filed return is rejected because of a duplicate filing under your Social Security number, or if the IRS instructs you to do so, complete Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit PDF, attach it to the back of your completed paper tax return and mail to the IRS location based upon the state you reside.

A1: The IRS IP PIN is a 6-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse of their Social Security number (SSN) on fraudulent federal income tax returns. A new IP PIN will be generated each year.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) estimates that it can take approximately six months and 200 hours of work to recover from an identity theft. This estimation is based on the amount of work needed to follow the necessary steps to ensure the victim is not responsible for the debt incurred.

The IRS scans tax returns for possible fraud. If a tax return is flagged as suspicious, the agency will pull it for more review. Then the IRS will send the taxpayer a letter notifying them of potential ID theft. The suspicious tax return won't be processed until the taxpayer responds to the letter.

How long after I verify my Identity with the IRS will I get my Tax Refund? The IRS Website says If you did file the return, please know it will take approximately 6-9 weeks to process your return once you verify your identity. Based on what we see and hear from people every year.

The IRS has more than 3,000 employees working on identity theft cases – more than twice the level of a year ago. We have trained more than 35,000 employees who work with taxpayers to recognize and provide assistance when identity theft occurs.

Filing an application for an IP PIN If your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $79,000 for Individuals or $158,000 for married filing joint and you can't establish an online account, you have the option to use Form 15227, Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number PDF.

Due to the complexity of the situation, this is a time-consuming process. Taxpayers are likely to see their refunds delayed for an extended period of time while we take the necessary actions to resolve the matter. A typical case can take about 180 days to resolve, and the IRS is working to reduce that time period.