- What it means
- The IRS thinks you may be eligible for the earned income credit with a qualifying child and did not claim it.
- Respond within
- The date on the notice
- What to send
- The worksheet in the notice, completed and returned, if you qualify.
- Write it
- Document cover letter
- When to get help
- Not needed.
What the letter says
The IRS reviewed your return and thinks the earned income credit was available. The notice includes a worksheet.
What to do
Fill it out. If you qualify, return it and the IRS sends the additional refund. No amended return is needed.
What to gather
- The notice and worksheet
- Your return
- Information about each qualifying child
Write back
The Document cover letter tool builds the response in the order the IRS reads it. Fill it in, review it, print it, and send it with copies of the documents above and the notice stub on top.
Before you send anything
This is general information, not tax advice. Situations differ. Check with your tax advisor before you send anything. Nothing on this page creates a client relationship.