What this letter means
A final notice before the IRS levies certain payments or property, with your right to a Collection Due Process hearing.
Why you probably got it
A balance has gone unpaid after earlier notices.
Your deadline
You have 30 days from the date of the notice to request a hearing on Form 12153.
What to do next
- Mark the deadline today.
- Request a hearing on Form 12153 if you want to appeal or set up a payment option.
- Get professional help.
Scam check: The IRS starts contact by mail. It will never demand payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency, or threaten immediate arrest. Pay only at IRS.gov or by check to the U.S. Treasury, and confirm any phone number at IRS.gov before calling.
This is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice for your specific situation. Every case is different. Always check the dates and amounts printed on your own documents.
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