IRS Notice CP75: Audit of your Earned Income Credit
IRS Notice CP75 is a review letter from the IRS. The IRS is auditing your return and needs documents to verify the Earned Income Credit. It's holding that part of your refund until the audit ends. It means the IRS is taking a closer look at part of a return.
What this letter usually means
The IRS is auditing your return and needs documents to verify the Earned Income Credit. It's holding that part of your refund until the audit ends. A review does not mean you did something wrong. It means the IRS wants more information before it finishes the return.
Category: The IRS is reviewing or auditing your return
What people usually do first
Send the documents the notice asks for by the date shown.
What to have ready
- The letter, every page
- A copy of the return being reviewed
- Social Security card or ITIN letter for each person
- Proof of where you and any children lived
- Birth or school records for children listed
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 CP75.
Common questions about CP75
What is IRS notice CP75?
The IRS is auditing your return and needs documents to verify the Earned Income Credit. It's holding that part of your refund until the audit ends.
How long do I have to respond to a CP75 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 CP75 for more.
Is a CP75 notice a scam?
A real CP75 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 CP75 notice?
The letter, every page, A copy of the return being reviewed, Social Security card or ITIN letter for each person, Proof of where you and any children lived, Birth or school records for children listed.
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Related notices
- IRS Notice CP06: Audit of your Premium Tax Credit
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- IRS Letter 566: The IRS is auditing your return by mail
- IRS Notice CP79: Credits denied after an audit