IRS Notice Guide
CP22A
CP22A — Changes Made, Balance Due
Act Within Deadline — Respond within 21 days
What This Notice Means
The IRS made changes to your tax return based on information you or a third party provided. As a result, you now have a balance due.
⏰ Response Deadline: 21 days
Respond by this deadline to resolve the issue and avoid additional penalties.
What to Do
- 1
Verify the change is correct by reviewing your original return
- 2
If correct, pay or arrange payment
- 3
If incorrect, call the IRS with your documentation
- 4
Set up an installment agreement if you cannot pay in full
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