This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
The letter should be clearly written, professionally formatted, and include your contact information, tax identification number, and relevant tax year or notice number.
Sample Letter to the IRS Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to request a correction to my tax return. My social security number is 123-45-6789, and I filed my tax return for the 2020 tax year. I received a notice from the IRS stating that I owe additional taxes due to an error in my return.
∎ Your name, address, and a daytime telephone number. ∎ List of all disputed issues, tax periods or years involved, proposed changes, and reasons you disagree with each issue. ∎ Facts supporting your position on each disputed issue. ∎ Law or authority, if any, supporting your position on each disputed issue.
Tax Appeals - How to Prepare a Written Protest Your name and address; The date and symbols from the examination report listing the proposed adjustments; The tax periods or years involved; A statement of the adjustments being protested; A statement of facts stating the taxpayer's position on contested factual issues;
For example: “I am writing to formally disagree with the findings in your notice dated DATE regarding my YEAR tax return.” This immediately sets the tone and purpose of your letter. It also provides a clear reference point for the IRS.
The IRS website states to include all of the following in a written protest: Your name, address, and a daytime telephone number. A statement that you want to appeal the IRS findings to the Office of Appeals. A copy of the letter you received that shows the proposed change(s).
Sample Letter to the IRS Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to request a correction to my tax return. My social security number is 123-45-6789, and I filed my tax return for the 2020 tax year. I received a notice from the IRS stating that I owe additional taxes due to an error in my return.
When taxpayers disagree with the IRS's decision on their tax situation, they can submit a written request to have the IRS Independent Office of Appeals review the decision.
Use Form 12203, Request for Appeals Review PDF, the form referenced in the letter you received to file your appeal or prepare a brief written statement. List the disagreed item(s) and the reason(s) you disagree with IRS proposed changes from the examination (audit).