IRS Letter 5747C
In-Person Identity Verification Required
IRS Letter 5747C is a notice from the IRS requiring you to appear in person at a local IRS office to verify your identity before your tax return can be processed.
This letter typically follows suspicious activity on your tax return and is a strong indicator that your filing has been flagged for potential identity theft.
▸ Why Did I Receive Letter 5747C?
You likely received this letter because:
The IRS detected red flags or fraud indicators in your return
Your return triggered identity theft filters and requires in-person verification
You were previously affected by identity fraud, and this is an added precaution
You submitted documentation for prior verification that was incomplete or inconclusive
▸ What’s in the Letter?
IRS Letter 5747C will include:
A request for you to appear in person at a specified IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center
A list of documents to bring, which typically include:
A government-issued photo ID
A copy of the tax return in question
Prior-year return and income forms (W-2, 1099, etc.)
A deadline or instruction to schedule an appointment by phone
- If you don’t complete this verification, the IRS may not process your return or issue your refund.
▸ What Should You Do?
Call the IRS to schedule your in-person appointment as instructed in the letter.
Gather the required documentation and review the return in question.
If you didn’t file the return, notify the IRS immediately — this may be attempted fraud.
Attend your appointment by the deadline to avoid refund denial or account issues.
▸ When to Call a Tax Attorney
If you're facing in-person identity verification and:
You believe your identity has been stolen
The IRS is denying your refund or complicating your account access
You’ve received multiple fraud-related IRS letters
You want someone to help you respond, report, or prevent tax identity fraud
A tax attorney can help you secure your IRS records, stop fraudulent activity, and guide you through identity restoration procedures.
▸ Take Identity Fraud Seriously
An in-person verification request isn’t routine, it may point to serious identity concerns.
Call Scammahorn Law Firm at (903) 595-1000 or fill out this quick form to schedule a consultation.