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CP134B notice explained, in the IRS’s own words
This balance due notice alerts you there is a discrepancy in the amount of federal tax deposits credited to your account from the amount reported on your tax return, and to make payment by the pay-by-date listed on the notice.
Read the full CP134B page on irs.gov ↗
What this notice is about
This balance due notice alerts you there is a discrepancy in the amount of federal tax deposits credited to your account from the amount reported on your tax return, and to make payment by the pay-by-date listed on the notice.
What you need to do
- If you agree with the information as shown, pay the amount requested.
- If you can log in to your IRS business tax account or you’re enrolled in the EFTPS: The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System, please use that method of payment.
- If you don’t have an IRS business tax account or are not enrolled in the EFTPS, pay online using Direct Pay for business.
- If you need to pay by check or money order:
- Make payable to United States Treasury.
- Write your taxpayer identification number, tax form number and the tax period on your payment.
- Mail your payment and the payment stub in the enclosed envelope.
- If you made payments not shown on this notice, call us at the telephone number listed on your notice.
You may want to
Compare your records against the notice figures to ensure the notice is correct.
What should I do if I disagree with the information contained in the notice?
If you disagree with the information contained in the notice, contact us at the telephone number listed on your notice.
Will I receive a penalty if I can’t pay the full amount?
Yes, you will receive a late payment or failure to deposit penalty depending on what is owed. Notice 746, Information About Your Notice, Penalty and Interest PDF, contains detailed information about penalties and interest.
Where can I find more information about deposit requirements?
See “ Depositing Taxes PDF ”
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.