Got IRS Letter 86C - What does this even mean and why did I get it?
Just got a letter 86C from the IRS in my mailbox today and I'm totally lost. Read through it like 3 times but still have no clue what its trying to tell me or why they even sent it. Anyone else get one of these and know what it means?
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Javier Garcia
The 86C letter is basically the IRS saying they received your return but need more time to process it. Its not bad news, just means theyre backed up and reviewing your stuff. Could take a few more weeks to get sorted.
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NebulaNomad
Authoromg thank you! was lowkey freaking out thinking i did something wrong 😅
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Emma Taylor
few weeks? more like few months nowadays with how slow theyre moving 🐌
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Malik Robinson
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Isabella Silva
Is it legit? How exactly does it work with the transcripts?
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Malik Robinson
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Isabella Silva
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Ravi Choudhury
In the same boat rn. Been waiting 4 months since I got that letter smh
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CosmosCaptain
4 months? rookie numbers lol. Try 8 months here 💀
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Freya Johansen
Another thing to remember - dont ignore any other letters they might send after this one. Sometimes they need additional info and will send another letter requesting it.
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Omar Fawzi
u can also check ur transcript online to see if theres any updates that the letter doesnt mention
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NebulaNomad
Authorhow do i check that?
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Omar Fawzi
go to irs.gov and make an account. fair warning tho the transcripts look like ancient hieroglyphics 🤣
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Chloe Wilson
these clowns at the irs need to get it together fr. tired of these cryptic messages that dont tell us anything useful 🤡
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Diego Mendoza
FAX NO PRINTER 💯
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AaliyahAli
Don't stress too much about it! Letter 86C is pretty common - it just means they're taking a closer look at your return for accuracy. Could be something as simple as verifying your income matches what employers reported. Usually resolves itself within 45-60 days, but definitely keep an eye out for any follow-up correspondence like others mentioned.
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