IRS Notice CP2566: The IRS figured your tax for you
IRS Notice CP2566 is a missing return letter from the IRS. The IRS didn't get your return, so it figured tax, penalty, and interest from wages and other income reported to it. Filing your own return may lower the amount.
What this letter usually means
The IRS didn't get your return, so it figured tax, penalty, and interest from wages and other income reported to it. Filing your own return may lower the amount. Some people don't need to file every year. The letter explains how to tell the IRS which applies to you.
Category: The IRS has no record of a return
What people usually do first
By the date on your notice, either file your return or accept and pay the proposed amount.
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
If this letter is not resolved, the next letter in this series is usually IRS Notice CP3219N.
Read the IRS page
The IRS letter itself is the final word on what it means for you. Read the IRS page for CP2566.
Common questions about CP2566
What is IRS notice CP2566?
The IRS didn't get your return, so it figured tax, penalty, and interest from wages and other income reported to it. Filing your own return may lower the amount.
How long do I have to respond to a CP2566 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 CP2566 for more.
Is a CP2566 notice a scam?
A real CP2566 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 CP2566 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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Related notices
- IRS Notice CP3219N: Notice of deficiency for an unfiled return
- IRS Notice CP81: File soon or lose your credit
- IRS Letter 12C: More information needed to process your return
- IRS Notice CP59: No record of your tax return
- IRS Notice CP515: Reminder: no record of your return
- IRS Notice CP516: Second reminder: no record of your return