will i need to submit information on my identity to the IRS as they are asking for verification of my identity?

[lhosie1952]

are there other ways to do this?

[xmasbaby0 · Accepted solution]

If the IRS has requested that you verify your identity, you need to follow the IRS's instructions and not try to look for a way to do it differently than what has been requested.

I HAVE TO VERIFY MY IDENTITY

Sometimes the IRS chooses returns randomly to request verification of identity and sometimes there is something on the return that triggers the request.  No matter why the IRS has required you to verify your identity, you need to follow their instructions in order to receive your refund.  If you do not verify your identity you will not get your refund.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/security/tips-for-handling-identity-verification-requests-from-...

https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/identity-verification-for-irs-letter-recipients

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-letter-4883c

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp5071-series-notice