IRS Letter 4883C
Identity Verification Request
IRS Letter 4883C is sent when the IRS needs to verify your identity before processing your tax return. This usually happens when your return triggers fraud filters, or the IRS suspects someone else may have filed a return using your name and Social Security number.
If you don’t respond, the IRS will not process your return or issue your refund.
▸ Why Did I Receive Letter 4883C?
You received this letter because:
The IRS received a tax return using your personal information, but it triggered potential fraud alerts
The IRS is trying to protect you from identity theft
Your return may contain mismatched data or unusual filing patterns
This is part of the IRS’s growing efforts to prevent tax refund fraud.
▸ What’s in the 4883C Letter?
Your letter includes:
A request to verify your identity before your return is accepted
A list of documents you'll need to have ready, such as:
Prior-year tax return
Current-year return (if you filed)
W-2s or 1099s
Instructions to call the IRS at the number provided or visit a local IRS office
▸ What Should You Do?
Do not ignore the letter. Your return won’t be processed until you verify.
Gather your documents. The IRS may ask you to reference specific line items from past returns.
Call the number on the letter or follow instructions to verify in person.
If you didn’t file a return, let the IRS know immediately — you may be a victim of identity theft.
▸ When to Call a Tax Attorney
You may not need legal help to complete routine identity verification. However, contact a tax attorney if:
You did not file the return in question, this may be a case of identity theft
Your refund is being held or denied without explanation
You’ve experienced past tax fraud or had a previous identity breach
The IRS opens an investigation or refuses to accept your verification
We can help you clear up fraudulent filings, secure your identity, and protect your IRS records.
▸ Take Back Control of Your Identity
Don’t let someone else file a return in your name and don’t miss out on your refund.
Call Scammahorn Law Firm at (903) 595-1000 or fill out this quick form to schedule a consultation and respond with confidence.