What This Notice Means

The IRS previously sent you a notice of levy about the taxpayer named in this notice. It has now released that levy.

This notice goes to the third party, such as an employer, bank, or other party, that was holding money or property belonging to the taxpayer.

What to Do

  • Stop turning over funds. You no longer have to turn over any money, property, or rights to property belonging to this taxpayer.
  • The release takes effect immediately when you receive it.
  • No other action is required.

If you're an employer, tell your payroll department or provider right away so wage withholding under the levy stops with the next payroll.

Do You Need to Contact the IRS?

No. You don't need to contact the IRS about the release. You can let the taxpayer know you received it.

Practical Tips

  • Keep this notice in your permanent records, along with the original levy notice and records of what you paid over.
  • Note the date you received the release.
  • If you receive a new levy notice about the same taxpayer later, follow that notice's instructions. A release covers only the levy it names.

If the taxpayer asks you about the levy, you can confirm you received the release. Questions about the taxpayer's underlying tax debt belong between the taxpayer and the IRS.

If you have questions about an IRS levy on an employee or customer, call us at (813) 229-7100.