Federal tax return failed to deliver in Fresno, CA - address problem causing delivery issues?

Hi there, I've seen this issue come up a few times with Fresno IRS deliveries. The -0002 extension is actually an important part of the delivery code that routes your mail to the right department within the IRS processing center. Without it, your return might be sitting in limbo at the postal facility. The tracking status "drop off being inaccessible" typically means the postal carrier couldn't complete delivery to the specific location. This happens with IRS facilities sometimes because they have strict delivery protocols, especially if the address isn't complete. Here's what I recommend: Don't wait for the return-to-sender process as that could take weeks. Prepare a new copy of your return and send it with the complete address including the 93888-0002 ZIP+4 code. Make sure to write "COPY - ORIGINAL SENT [DATE]" on the top of your 1040 form so they know this isn't a duplicate filing attempt. Also, for future reference, you can request a replacement Identity Protection PIN from the IRS website if that's what TurboTax is asking for, which would allow you to e-file instead of dealing with mail.

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Hey, just wanted to add that the Fresno facility is actually being phased out for individual tax return processing. Depending on where you live and whether you're expecting a refund, your return might need to go to a different service center entirely. I just learned this the hard way after sending mine to Fresno too. Check this IRS page for the correct address based on your state and situation: https://www.irs.gov/filing/where-to-file-addresses-for-taxpayers-and-tax-professionals The addresses change sometimes and they don't exactly advertise it. Might be worth double-checking before you send a new copy.

Don't forget about filing for a tax extension if your return isn't going to make it by the deadline! Form 4868 gives you until October to file your actual return. You'll still need to pay any taxes due by the regular deadline, but at least you won't get hit with the failure-to-file penalties. I had to do this last year when USPS lost my return entirely. The extension form can be filed online even if you can't e-file your full return.

Based on all the helpful advice here, it sounds like you have multiple issues working against you. The incomplete ZIP code (missing -0002) combined with the fact that Fresno may not even be processing individual returns anymore means your return is probably stuck in postal limbo. I'd recommend taking Mohammad's advice and double-checking the current filing address for California refund returns - sounds like it should be going to Ogden, UT now instead of Fresno. When you resend, make sure to include the complete ZIP+4 code and mark it clearly as "COPY - ORIGINAL SENT [DATE]" as Eva suggested. The good news is that since you're expecting a refund, you don't have to worry about late filing penalties. You can take your time getting this sorted out. But definitely get a new copy in the mail soon with the correct address so you can start the 4-6 week processing clock ticking. Also, for next year, try to get that PIN issue resolved with TurboTax/IRS so you can e-file and avoid all this mailing drama!