IRS Notice CP2000: Proposed changes to your tax return
IRS Notice CP2000 is a proposed change letter from the IRS. Income or payment information the IRS got from employers or banks doesn't match what you reported. This proposes changes; it isn't a bill. It describes a change the IRS wants to make, which you can agree or disagree with.
What this letter usually means
Income or payment information the IRS got from employers or banks doesn't match what you reported. This proposes changes; it isn't a bill. A proposed change is not a final bill. The letter usually asks whether you agree, and explains how to respond either way.
Category: The IRS proposes a change
What people usually do first
Respond by the date on your notice, whether you agree or not.
What to have ready
- The letter, every page
- A copy of the return it mentions
- Your W-2s and 1099s for that year
- Records for any item you disagree with
- The response form that came with the letter
What may come next
This letter does not point to a specific follow-up letter. Any later step will be described in mail from the IRS.
Read the IRS page
The IRS letter itself is the final word on what it means for you. Read the IRS page for CP2000.
Common questions about CP2000
What is IRS notice CP2000?
Income or payment information the IRS got from employers or banks doesn't match what you reported. This proposes changes; it isn't a bill.
How long do I have to respond to a CP2000 notice?
The date to respond or pay by, if there is one, is printed on your letter. Check it, and read the IRS page for CP2000 for more.
Is a CP2000 notice a scam?
A real CP2000 comes by mail and should match your own records. You can also sign in to your IRS Online Account on irs.gov to see your account directly.
What should I have ready for a CP2000 notice?
The letter, every page, A copy of the return it mentions, Your W-2s and 1099s for that year, Records for any item you disagree with, The response form that came with the letter.
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- IRS Letter 4800C: Proposed changes after a return review
- IRS Notice CP2501: Income information doesn't match
- IRS Notice CP3219A: Notice of deficiency (90-day letter)
- IRS Notice CP3219N: Notice of deficiency for an unfiled return
- IRS Letter 3219B: Notice of deficiency after income mismatch
- IRS Notice CP2057: Income you may have left off