If the IRS suspects that a tax return with your name on it is
potentially the result of identity theft, the agency will send you a
special letter, called a 4883C Letter.
This letter is to notify you that the agency received a tax return with
your name and Social Security number and it believes it may not be
yours. The letter asks you to take specific steps to verify your
identity and confirm whether or not the return is actually yours.
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/employees/understanding-your-4883c-letter
Here's how to handle those requests:
The IRS prefers that taxpayers use the online system; because
phone callers may experience delays due to the high volume of calls the
IRS receives. The phone number on your letter can be used only for
verification purposes, not for any other tax issues.
The ID Verify website or phone system asks questions that only you can answer correctly. What you will need:
- Your previous year's tax return
- Your current year's tax return
- All supporting forms and schedules
If the verification proves you are the person named on the return and
that you personally filed the return, the return will be processed.
After successful verification, it takes about 6 weeks to complete processing.
The return will be rejected and investigated as identity theft/tax fraud if:
- Verification fails to confirm your identity or that you filed the return
- If the verification process is not completed, or can't be completed
Respond to all requests from the IRS to validate your identity in
order to avoid automatic rejection of what could be a valid tax return.
Hope this helps!
