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irs.gov\/verifyreturn | Identity and Tax Return Verification Service IRS<\/span><\/h2>\n

IRS’s Identity and Tax Return Verification Service at irs.gov\/verifyreturn is a security measure the IRS uses to protect taxpayers from identity theft and fraud. \u00a0You may receive a notice or letter asking you to verify your identity and tax return information with the IRS.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Here’s what you need to know:<\/p>\n

Why the IRS might ask you to verify your identity:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

\u2022 Suspicious activity:<\/strong> The IRS may have flagged your tax return for potential identity theft. This could be due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in your return or information matching someone else’s.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Protecting your refund:<\/strong> This verification process helps prevent identity thieves from receiving your tax refund.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Accessing online services:<\/strong> You may need to verify your identity to access certain IRS online tools and applications, like:<\/p>\n

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  • Child Tax Credit Update Portal<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Online Account<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Get Transcript Online<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Get an Identity Protection PIN<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Online Payment Agreement\u00a0<\/sup><\/span>\n
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    How the verification process works:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

    1. Notice or letter:<\/strong> The IRS will send you a notice or letter (like a 5071C, 6331C, 5747C, or 5447C letter) if they need you to verify your identity. This notice will include instructions and a unique website address.<\/p>\n

    2. Online verification:<\/strong> You’ll need to go to the provided website and verify your identity using ID.me, a trusted technology provider. This involves:<\/p>\n

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      • Providing a photo of a valid government-issued ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport).<\/li>\n
      • Taking a selfie with a smartphone or computer with a webcam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        3. Answering questions:<\/strong> After verifying your identity with ID.me, you’ll need to answer IRS questions about your tax return.<\/p>\n

        Important points:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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        • Only use the official website:<\/strong> Only use the website address provided in the IRS notice or letter. Be cautious of phishing scams.<\/li>\n
        • Keep your information safe:<\/strong> Protect your personal and tax information. Don’t share it with anyone you don’t trust.<\/li>\n
        • If you didn’t receive a notice:<\/strong> If you haven’t received a notice or letter from the IRS, you don’t need to use this service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          If you need help:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          • ID.me Help Site:<\/strong> Visit the ID.me IRS Help site for assistance with the verification process.<\/li>\n
          • IRS website:<\/strong> Check the IRS website for FAQs and more information about identity theft and fraud prevention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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