How do I get a copy of what I owe the IRS?

You can access your federal tax account through a secure login at Once in your account, you can view the amount you owe along with details of your balance, view 18 months of payment history, access Get Transcript, and view key information from your current year tax return.

Can the IRS fax you a copy of your tax return?

You may also request any transcript type listed below by faxing/mailing Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return as instructed on the form.

Can you fax the IRS documents?

Mail or fax your documentation within 30 days from the date of this notice. If you’re using your own envelope, mail your package to the address on the response form, or fax it to 901-395-1600 (not a toll-free number). Please include a copy of this notice with your documentation. Visit

How to get a copy of a federal tax lien?

If you have paid the tax you owed and have not received a copy of the Certificate of Release of Federal Tax Lien, you may call 1-800-913-6050. If you prefer to write, see page 2 for the address to which your request should be mailed or faxed. The certificate you receive will not show the official recording information.

What happens if you owe money to the IRS?

Otherwise, you’re likely to accrue interest and penalties on any unpaid balance. Remit as much as you can if you don’t have enough money on hand to pay the entire balance due. You won’t lose any extra money you pay if your ultimate tax bill turns out to be less than you thought it was after you spent some time finalizing your return.

What happens when a federal tax lien is withdrawn?

Withdrawing a federal tax lien means the IRS will rescind the lien as if it was never filed in the first place. Lien withdrawals generally occur when the tax lien was filed in error, such as against the wrong taxpayer. Contact the IRS right away if a lien was filed against you in error.

Where can I get a copy of my 1040 tax return?

If you’re a business, or an individual who filed a form other than 1040, you can obtain a transcript by submitting Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return.