Who can help me verify my identity with the IRS?
The phone number for this is 1-800-829-0433. The IRS Fraud Hotline will provide you with additional information regarding how to proceed with your filing.
How do I get a live person at the IRS 2020?
Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040. Customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, unless otherwise noted (see telephone assistance for more information).
What happens if I can’t verify my identity with IRS?
What happens if I cannot verify? If we can’t verify your identity online or over the phone, we will ask you to schedule an appointment and bring the documents listed above to your local IRS office to verify in person.
How to speak to a live person at the IRS?
How do you speak to a live person at the IRS? The IRS telephone number is 1-800-829-1040. The first question the automated system will ask you is to choose your language. Once you’ve set your language, do NOT choose Option 1 (regarding refund info).
How to talk to someone at IRS about a refund?
How do you speak to a live person at the IRS? The IRS telephone number is 1-800-829-1040. The first question the automated system will ask you is to choose your language. Once you’ve set your language, do NOT choose Option 1 (regarding refund info). Choose option 2 for “Personal Income Tax” instead.
When do I need to verify my identity with the IRS?
In some instances, you will need to verify your identity with the IRS. This helps prevent an identity thief from getting your refund. Use this service only if you have a: You received a 5071C letter, 5747C letter, 6331C letter, or 5447C letter and your financial and phone information is U.S. based, or;
What to do if you get a letter from the IRS?
Use the identity verification (ID Verify) service if you received an IRS 5071C letter, 5747C letter or 5447C letter. In some instances, you will need to verify your identity with the IRS. This helps prevent an identity thief from getting your refund.