How do I report stolen information to the IRS?

If you did not receive an IRS notice but believe you’ve been the victim of identity theft, contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit at 800-908-4490 right away so we can take steps to secure your tax account and match your SSN or ITIN.

Can someone steal my stimulus card and use it?

The IRS is also sending out some stimulus payments as debit cards, which some people at first think is a scam but it’s not. Thieves may be looking to steal the cards also. “It’s shooting fish in a barrel. “Because the IRS has to wait for that check or that debit card to be used and then they can look at the signature.

What do you do if someone stole your stimulus card?

If your Card is permanently lost, it is important that you call Customer Service at 1.800. 240.8100 (TTY: 1.800. 241.9100) to report your lost or stolen Card immediately. Your Card will be deactivated to prevent anyone from using it and a new1 replacement Card will be ordered.

How to notify the IRS of identity theft?

If you receive a notice from IRS, respond immediately. If you believe someone may have used your SSN fraudulently, please notify IRS immediately by responding to the name and number printed on the notice or letter. You will need to fill out the IRS Identity Theft Affidavit, Form 14039 PDF .

What kind of information has been stolen from the IRS?

If possible, determine what type of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) has been lost or stolen. It is important to know what kind of information has been stolen so you can take the appropriate steps. For example, a stolen credit card number will not affect your IRS tax account.

How to know if your tax records have been affected?

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information such as your name, Social Security number (SSN) or other identifying information, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes. How do you know if your tax records have been affected?

What to do if your tax refund is lost or stolen?

“Where’s My Refund?” is updated no more than once every 24 hours, usually overnight. If one of these apps indicates the IRS issued your refund, but you haven’t received it, your refund may have been lost, stolen, or misplaced. If this is the case, you can ask the IRS to do a refund trace.