- What it means
- The IRS mailed your refund check and the Postal Service returned it. Update your address to get it reissued.
- Respond within
- The date on the notice
- What to send
- Form 8822 or an address update through your IRS online account, then the check is reissued.
- Write it
- Document cover letter
- When to get help
- Not needed.
What the letter says
The check could not be delivered. It is being held until the IRS has a good address.
What to do
File Form 8822 (or update the address in your online account), then call the number on the notice to request reissue. If you can, switch to direct deposit for future refunds.
What to gather
- The notice
- Form 8822 or your online account login
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.