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CP07 notice explained, in the IRS’s own words
We received your tax return and are holding your refund until we review the tax treaty benefits you claimed and/or the deductions you claimed on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions.
Read the full CP07 page on irs.gov ↗
What this notice is about
We received your tax return and are holding your refund until we review the tax treaty benefits you claimed and/or the deductions you claimed on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions.
What you need to do
- You don’t need to do anything at this time.
- Please don't file a duplicate return as this will slow down the review process.
You may want to
If you've moved since filing or are planning to move, update your address information with IRS.
How long will it take for me to get my refund?
If we don’t find issues during our review, we'll send you your refund within 12 weeks if you don't owe other taxes or debts we're required to collect.
What happens if you find problems?
We’ll send you a notice with more information and instructions within 12 weeks.
Why was my return selected for review?
We randomly select cases for review that claim treaty benefits and/or Schedule A deductions.
How will I be contacted?
We’ll correspond to you through mail.
What to do next
- Write down the date on the letter today.
- Look the number up on irs.gov yourself. Don’t trust a link or phone number from anyone else.
- If it says you owe money or proposes changes to your return, take it to a licensed CPA, EA or tax attorney before that date.
Not advice. Not a filing. Verify with a licensed professional. Rules change by year and facts.