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CP209 notice explained, in the IRS’s own words
CP 209 generates when two employer identification numbers (EINs) are consolidated in our records.
Read the full CP209 page on irs.gov ↗
What this notice is about
CP 209 generates when two employer identification numbers (EINs) are consolidated in our records.
What you need to do
- Continue using the EIN designated as your valid EIN.
- Include a copy of your CP209 when you respond to any IRS notices/letters.
- Enter your name exactly as shown above on all filings.
You may want to
- Ensure the valid EIN is entered correctly on all filings with the IRS
- See additional information on Employer ID Numbers.
Have the payments I made and returns I filed under the incorrect EIN been moved to the valid EIN?
Yes, your valid EIN contains the history of the erroneously assigned EIN.
Tips for next year
- Ensure your EIN is entered correctly on all filings with the IRS.
Reference tools
- Publication 1, Your Rights as a Taxpayer
- Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax
- Full list of tax forms and instructions
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to contact the IRS on your behalf.
- If you can’t find what you need online, call the IRS number on your notice or letter. If you didn’t receive a letter or notice, use telephone assistance.
- If you can't resolve the penalty on your own, contact Taxpayer Advocate Service, an independent organization within IRS.
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.