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The United States Internal Revenue Service. The IRS is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury and one of the world's most efficient tax administrators.

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The mission of the IRS is to provide America’s taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax responsibilities and enforce the law with integrity and fairness to all.

This mission statement describes our role and the public’s expectation about how we should perform that role.

In the United States, the Congress passes tax laws and requires taxpayers to comply.
The taxpayer’s role is to understand and meet his or her tax obligations.
The IRS role is to help the large majority of compliant taxpayers with the tax law, while ensuring that the minority who are unwilling to comply pay their fair share.

Address, Main Office

Internal Revenue Service 1111 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20224

Here's how taxpayers can resolve common after-tax day issues
April 25th 2022TaxesBy IRS
While this year's deadline to file and pay federal income taxes has passed for most people. Here are some tips for taxpayers handling some of the most common after-tax-day issues.
Be ready to verify your identity when calling the IRS
April 19th 2022TaxesBy IRS
It can take time to reach the right party at the IRS, so it's very important that you can verify your identity when you reach an IRS phone assistor. Make sure that you do not have to call back by being prepared.
You may be eligible for the Recovery Rebate Credit even if you don’t normally file a tax return
April 18th 2022TaxesBy IRS
Filing electronically with tax preparation software, including IRS Free File, will help you figure the credit amount. Choosing direct deposit will net you an even faster refund.
Owe Taxes But Can't Pay?
April 14th 2022TaxesBy IRS
Do you owe taxes but can't pay? You may be in luck. Here is a video tax tip from the IRS.
Gather records for the 2022 tax filing season
January 22nd 2022TaxesBy IRS
Before you start working on your taxes, it's important to get all your tax records ready. Filing an accurate tax return can help prevent processing and refund delays.
E-file and direct deposit help expedite tax refunds
January 14th 2022TaxesBy IRS
E-file software helps you avoid mistakes by doing the math. It guides you through each section of your tax return using a question-and-answer format. This is important because the IRS recently incorporated changes to the tax laws into forms and instructions like the 1040 and 1040-SR.
Protect Your Identity
November 23rd 2021SecurityBy IRS
We need your help. The IRS, state tax agencies, and the tax industry working together as the Security Summit have made significant progress in the fight against tax-related identity theft, but with your help we can do more.
How the expanded 2021 child tax credit can help your family
June 15th 2021TaxesBy IRS
The American Rescue Plan Act expands the child tax credit for tax year 2021. The maximum credit amount has increased to $3,000 per qualifying child between ages 6 and 17 and $3,600 per qualifying child under age 6.
Check your Recovery Rebate Credit eligibility
February 9th 2021TaxesBy IRS
People who are eligible for the Recovery Rebate Credit – and either didn't receive any Economic Impact Payments or received less than the full amounts – must file a 2020 tax return to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit, even if they don't usually file.
Become a tax volunteer and learn a vital skill
December 23rd 2020TaxesBy IRS
Volunteering can be educational, rewarding, and fun. Join the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs, and learn to prepare taxes for people in your community.