IRS Notice CP59R: Reminder to file your tax return
IRS Notice CP59R is an information letter from the IRS. The IRS is reminding you to file your federal income tax return before the due date. It mostly gives you information about your account. The letter itself is the final word on what it says.
What this letter usually means
The IRS is reminding you to file your federal income tax return before the due date. Letters like this often need no reply. Read it fully to be sure.
Category: Information and other notices
What people usually do first
File your return by the due date or ask for an automatic 6-month extension.
What to have ready
- The letter, every page
- Your income forms such as W-2 and 1099
- Copies of your past returns
- Your Social Security number and tax year
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 CP59R.
Common questions about CP59R
What is IRS notice CP59R?
The IRS is reminding you to file your federal income tax return before the due date.
How long do I have to respond to a CP59R 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 CP59R for more.
Is a CP59R notice a scam?
A real CP59R 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 CP59R notice?
The letter, every page, Your income forms such as W-2 and 1099, Copies of your past returns, Your Social Security number and tax year.
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