What This Notice Means

CP27 is potentially good news. IRS records indicate you may be eligible for the Earned Income Credit (EIC) but didn't claim it on your return. The EIC is a credit for people who work and have earned income. People without dependent children may qualify too, and the credit can produce a refund even if you don't owe any tax.

This notice doesn't mean you did anything wrong. It's an invitation to claim money you may be owed.

What to Do

Read the notice. It explains the steps to determine whether you qualify. Then complete Form 15112, Earned Income Credit Worksheet (CP27), for the year on the notice.

  • If you're eligible: sign and date Form 15112 and mail it in the envelope provided.
  • If you're not eligible: don't return the form.

Lost the envelope? Mail the worksheet to the address on the top left corner of the worksheet. That office handles cases for your region.

What Happens Next

  • The IRS reviews your Form 15112 and makes a determination.
  • If you're eligible, you'll get a refund in 6 to 8 weeks, as long as you don't owe tax or other debts the IRS is required to collect.
  • If the IRS denies the credit, it sends you a letter explaining why.
  • If you don't hear anything after 8 weeks, call the IRS to check the status.

Be Accurate

Fill out the worksheet truthfully and carefully. Only return it if you actually meet the requirements. Publication 596 explains who qualifies for the EIC.

Next Year

If you're still eligible, claim the credit on your return. You can also ask the IRS to figure it for you by writing "EIC" on the EIC line and attaching Schedule EIC. If you don't want the credit or don't qualify, write "No" on that line.

If you received a CP27 and aren't sure whether you qualify, call us at (813) 229-7100.