Go to and select the appropriate application. Do not make multiple attempts to guess your username or password, use the username and password recovery tools. Multiple failed attempts will result in a 24-hour lock out. The e-help Desk cannot unlock you.

Why does it say my tax return is currently locked?

The IRS locked your account because the Social Security Administration informed us that the social security number (SSN) of the primary or secondary taxpayer on the return belongs to someone who died prior to the tax year of the return submitted for processing.

Does the IRS send emails about refunds?

The IRS does not use email, text messages or social media to discuss tax debts or refunds with taxpayers.

What are the signs of an IRS imposter call?

This opens in a new window. This has all the signs of an IRS imposter scam. In fact, the IRS won’t call out of the blue to ask for payment, won’t demand a specific form of payment, and won’t leave a message threatening to sue you if you don’t pay right away. Have you gotten a bogus IRS call like this?

What’s the best way to get a response from the IRS?

The most effective way to get in touch with someone by mail is to contact the director for your local IRS district or your local taxpayer assistance center. You should allow 30 days for a response, although in recent years many responses have taken 45 days or longer. And remember that if you’re mailing your tax…

Is there limit to number of eins IRS can issue?

The IRS will only issue an EIN to one responsible party per day. This limitation applies to all requests for EINs, whether through the online EIN application or by phone, fax, or mail. If an EIN has been issued to any entity by any application method on a particular day,…

When to contact the IRS for tax help?

Reach out to the IRS immediately if you owe a tax bill, and you’re not able to pay it in full. You should file your return promptly by the filing deadline and pay as much as you can, then the IRS might be able to help you work out an installment agreement to pay the balance. You can easily apply online.