How can I speak to a person at the IRS?
John Johnson
Updated on February 06, 2026
How to speak directly to an IRS agent
- Call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 during their support hours.
- Select your language, pressing 1 for English or 2 for Spanish.
- Press 2 for questions about your personal income taxes.
- Press 1 for questions about a form already filed or a payment.
- Press 3 for all other questions.
What if I did not receive a stimulus check?
Some people may not have received their stimulus checks because the IRS has an old address or incorrect bank account information on file. If this is the case, the payment will be returned to the IRS. People can also submit an address change to the IRS using Form 8822.
What’s the best way to solve a tax problem?
Resolve your tax problem without further back and forth with the IRS. Avoid having to pay an Enrolled Agent or other tax professional to represent you. You may end up paying money you didn’t actually owe. It may increase your chances of being audited on the same issue in the future.
Where can I get free help with my taxes?
Whether a taxpayer has a simple straight-forward tax return or one that’s a little more complex, the IRS can help. As the filing deadline quickly approaches, here’s information about the different ways taxpayers can get free help with their federal taxes. Free tax help is available at nearly 11,000 volunteer sites nationwide:
When to tell the IRS you have a tax problem?
If the dollar amount in question is high, the tax issue is complex, or you’re worried about future consequences, you should schedule a consultation with a tax professional. If the IRS tells you that you owe additional taxes, penalties, and interest, you have the right to tell them no. Of course, you’ll need to tell them exactly why they’re wrong.
Where can I get free tax counseling for the elderly?
Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those age 60 and older. To find the nearest VITA or TCE site, taxpayers can use the VITA and TCE locator on IRS.gov, download the IRS2Go app or call 800-906-9887.
