A CP111 notice means the IRS changed your return because it believes there was a miscalculation. The change works in your favor. You're due a refund.

What to Do

Nothing is required. If you haven't received the refund already, it should arrive within 4 to 6 weeks, as long as you don't owe other taxes or debts the IRS is required to collect.

Still worth doing:

  • Compare the figures on the notice with your return.
  • If you agree with the changes, correct the copy of the return you kept for your records.
  • Keep the notice with your tax records.

If the Refund Doesn't Arrive

If 6 weeks have passed and you don't owe other taxes or debts the IRS must collect, such as child support, call the number on your notice.

If you do owe debts the IRS is required to collect, some or all of the refund can go toward them instead of coming to you.

If You Disagree

You can disagree even when the result is a refund. Maybe the IRS changed an entry you believe was correct. If you disagree with the changes and don't want the refund, call the number on your notice to stop it.

Getting Help

To have someone, such as an accountant or attorney, talk to the IRS for you, send Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative.

Next Time

Filing electronically can help you avoid math errors and find credits and deductions you may qualify for. In many cases you can e-file for free.

If you received a CP111 notice and something about the change doesn't look right, call us at (813) 229-7100.