A CP5071, CP5071C or CP5071F letter means that the IRS has received your return, but needs more information from you to verify your identity.

Jun 7, 2019 · The IRS prefers that taxpayers use the online system; because phone callers may experience delays due to the high volume of calls the IRS receives. The phone number on your letter …

Apr 25, 2025 · What specific information or action is the IRS requesting in the notice? Customer: verify identity and tax return Accountant's Assistant: OK. Thanks for the info. The Accountant can help with …

When the IRS requests identity verification, taxpayers must visit the official ID.me website to confirm their identity securely. This process may include answering personal questions and submitting …

Nov 17, 2020 · I received letter 4883c which instructions to call [phone number removed] to verify my identity. I must call within 30 days or my return will not be processed. But every time I trying calling, I …

Apr 27, 2025 · Sometimes the IRS chooses returns randomly to request verification of identity and sometimes there is something on the return that triggers the request. No matter why the IRS has …

Mar 18, 2025 · If the IRS requested that you verify your identity, that delays your refund ---possibly by weeks or even a couple of months--sorry. Only the IRS can give you information on how long it will …

Jun 4, 2019 · I received a letter from IRS needing to confirm my identity. its going to take about a month to even get an appointment to do so. is there a quicker way?

Apr 8, 2020 · The IRS is not taking phone calls - there is no "live" service at this time. I have no way to verify my identity to get my refund. Do you know of a way to email someone at the IRS about this? …

If you receive an IRS letter requesting identity verification, respond promptly using the instructions provided. Confirm whether you filed your 2024 tax return; if not, consider filing as soon as possible to …