IRS Notice CP80: Payments received but no return
IRS Notice CP80 is a missing return letter from the IRS. The IRS has payments or credits on your account for a tax year but hasn't received your return for that year. This is not a bill. It is about a return the IRS has no record of receiving.
What this letter usually means
The IRS has payments or credits on your account for a tax year but hasn't received your return for that year. This is not a bill. If you already filed, your records of that filing are the most useful thing you have. If you did not, the letter explains your options.
Category: The IRS has no record of a return
What people usually do first
If you need to file, send the return to the address on your notice; if you already filed, send a newly signed copy.
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 CP80.
Common questions about CP80
What is IRS notice CP80?
The IRS has payments or credits on your account for a tax year but hasn't received your return for that year. This is not a bill. It is also called CP080, CP080B, CP80B.
How long do I have to respond to a CP80 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 CP80 for more.
Is a CP80 notice a scam?
A real CP80 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 CP80 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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