What if someone claimed me on their taxes without my permission?
Table of Contents
What if someone claimed me on their taxes without my permission?
You should call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to report the error and ask them how to proceed. This number is available 24/7 and will help you proceed in handling the error. In addition, you may want to print and mail your return because it generally takes 15 days for the IRS to update their records.
How do you report someone who illegally Filed you on their taxes?
If you do discover someone has filed a fraudulent tax return in your name, here are eight steps to take:
- Complete a paper return.
- File Form 14039.
- File a police report.
- File a report with the Federal Trade Commission.
- Request a copy of the fraudulent return.
- Check your credit reports and account statements.
Can I find out who claimed me on their taxes?
The IRS won’t tell you who claimed your dependent. Usually, you can identify the possibilities and ask (commonly, a former spouse). But if you don’t suspect anyone who could have claimed the dependent, your dependent may be a victim of tax identity theft.
How do I find out if someone filed taxes in my name?
Contact the IRS at 1-800-829-0433 if you think someone has filed your taxes without your permission. Contacting the IRS and inquiring about the status of your tax return is the best way to determine whether a return has been filed without your consent.
What happens if someone filed taxes in your name?
When you discover another a tax return has been filed with your Social Security number, you’ll use IRS Form 14039 to alert the IRS. When you complete this form, you’ll indicate that someone has stolen your identity and it has affected your tax account since they have filed a return using your identifying information.
How do I find out if someone used my SSN to file taxes?
If you believe someone is using your Social Security number to work, get your tax refund, or other abuses involving taxes, contact the IRS online or call 1-800-908-4490. You can order free credit reports annually from the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian and TransUnion).
What happens if someone uses your Social Security number to file taxes?
How can I check if my SSN is being used?
What do I do if I think someone is using my Social Security number?
If you believe a thief is using your Social Security number to work or claim Social Security benefits, call the Social Security Fraud Hotline at 1-800-269-0271. Or report Social Security benefits fraud online at https://oig.ssa.gov/report/.
How can you find out if someone has filed a tax refund using your Social Security number?
How do I know if I am a victim of identity theft?
How Do I Know if My Identity Has Been Stolen?
- Statements or bills for accounts you never opened arriving in the mail.
- Statements or bills for legitimate accounts not showing up.
- You’re unexpectedly denied credit.
- Unauthorized bank transactions or withdrawals.
How do I report identity theft to the IRS?
If you believe you’re a victim of identity theft If you did not receive a notice but believe you’ve been the victim of identity theft, contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit at 800-908-4490, extension 245 right away so we can take steps to secure your tax account and match your SSN or ITIN.
