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CP75C notice explained, in the IRS’s own words

You are banned from claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC) due to your intentional disregard of the rules or a fraudulent claim in a prior tax year. Since your ban is still in effect, we disallowed the EIC for your current tax year.

Read the full CP75C page on irs.gov ↗

Quoted from www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp75c-notice, read October 15, 2026 · fingerprint af9367835e79

What this notice is about

You are banned from claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EIC) due to your intentional disregard of the rules or a fraudulent claim in a prior tax year. Since your ban is still in effect, we disallowed the EIC for your current tax year.

What you need to do

You don’t need to do anything for the tax year under audit.

You may want to

  • Review this notice with your tax preparer.
  • Review the rules for claiming EIC.
  • Call us for assistance at the telephone number listed on your notice.

What do I need to send?

If you believe we incorrectly applied the ban, you must provide documentation to show that you didn't intentionally disregard the EIC rules for the year we imposed the ban.

Can I file my tax return while being audited?

Yes, you should continue to file all required tax returns before the due date to avoid additional penalties and interest.

Tips for next year

If you are banned from claiming the EIC, you won’t be allowed to claim the credit until the year stated on your notice.

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.

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