IRS Identity Verification Letter Never Arrived - What Now?

Ugh, been there done that. The IRS is such a mess these days. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes they can help you over the phone.

Here's what you need to do: 1. Call the IRS directly. The number should be on their website. 2. Explain that you never received the identity verification letter. 3. Ask if there are alternative ways to verify your identity. 4. Be prepared to answer detailed questions about your personal and financial history. 5. If they can't help over the phone, request that they resend the letter to your current address. 6. Make sure your address is up to date in their system. 7. If all else fails, you might need to visit a local IRS office in person. Remember, patience is key when dealing with the IRS. It might take some time, but keep at it. Good luck!

lol welcome to the club. ive been waiting for my letter for like 3 months now. the irs is a joke fr 🤡

Have you checked if the letter was sent to an old address? Sometimes they use outdated info.

Hey guys, I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at the IRS. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c

Pro tip: If you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out to your local Taxpayer Advocate Service. They can sometimes help push things along.

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to pay our taxes? 🙄

Hey OP, any update? Did you manage to get through to them?

I went through the exact same thing last year! The IRS letter never showed up, and I was panicking about not being able to file my taxes. Here's what worked for me: I called the IRS early in the morning (like 7:30 AM) and got through pretty quickly. They couldn't give me the verification code over the phone, but they were able to verify my identity using other methods - they asked me questions about my previous tax returns, addresses, and some financial info. They then sent a new letter to my current address, which arrived within 10 business days. Make sure you have your Social Security card, driver's license, and last year's tax return handy when you call. Also, double-check that they have your correct mailing address! Good luck - you got this! 💪