IRS Notice CP515: Reminder: no record of your return
IRS Notice CP515 is a missing return letter from the IRS. A reminder that the IRS has no record of your prior tax returns and believes you need to file. Letters in this group say the IRS can't find a return it expected.
What this letter usually means
A reminder that the IRS has no record of your prior tax returns and believes you need to file. 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
Read each page and look for a printed date. Then compare what the letter says with your own records.
What to have ready
- The letter, every page
- The tax year the letter names
- Your W-2s, 1099s and income records for that year
- A copy of the return, if you already filed it
- Proof you mailed or e-filed it, if you have it
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 CP515.
Common questions about CP515
What is IRS notice CP515?
A reminder that the IRS has no record of your prior tax returns and believes you need to file.
How long do I have to respond to a CP515 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 CP515 for more.
Is a CP515 notice a scam?
A real CP515 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 CP515 notice?
The letter, every page, The tax year the letter names, Your W-2s, 1099s and income records for that year, A copy of the return, if you already filed it, Proof you mailed or e-filed it, if you have it.
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