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IRS Notice CP215: Civil penalty charged by the IRS

IRS Notice CP215 is a balance due letter from the IRS. The IRS charged you a civil penalty. The notice shows the amount, the due date and how to pay. It belongs to the group of IRS letters about unpaid balances.

What this letter usually means

The IRS charged you a civil penalty. The notice shows the amount, the due date and how to pay. The amount on the letter is what the IRS shows today. Interest and penalties can change it, so the letter and your IRS Online Account are the places to confirm it.

Category: You owe a balance

What people usually do first

Read the notice, then pay the full amount by the due date or ask for a payment agreement.

What to have ready

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 CP215.

Common questions about CP215

What is IRS notice CP215?

The IRS charged you a civil penalty. The notice shows the amount, the due date and how to pay.

How long do I have to respond to a CP215 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 CP215 for more.

Is a CP215 notice a scam?

A real CP215 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 CP215 notice?

The CP215 notice, Canceled checks, An amended return if you filed one, Your paperwork for the call.

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