TAS Acceptance Tool
Use our tool to help determine if the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) can assist you.
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If you are having tax problems and have not been able to resolve them with the IRS, the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) may be able to help you. And our service is free.
What cases can we help with?
I have an open case with TAS
Contact your Advocate directly or your local office.
Request TAS assistance
Need help resolving your tax issue? Complete the Form 911 to request assistance.
Common Questions
What is the Taxpayer Advocate Service?
TAS is an independent organization within the IRS. Our job is to ensure that every taxpayer is treated fairly and that you know and understand your rights.
Find out more about TASWhat happens when I call TAS to open a case?
When you call TAS you will be connected with the Centralized Case Intake (CCI) team who is your first point of contact with the Taxpayer Advocate Service. They will guide you along the process to start your case and get the help you need.
How to start a case with TAS?
To open a case in TAS you will need to complete the Form 911. You can download the Form online and mail or fax it to your local office or contact one of our advocates to get you started.
Download the Form 911How long does it take to resolve my tax issue?
Depending on the tax issue complexities, it could take a couple weeks to a couple months to resolve your tax issue. Your advocate will do everything possible to help guide you on your path to resolve your issues. The tax advocate will be in touch with you throughout the duration of your case with updates and timeframes on your issues.
Where’s my refund? Can you help get it to me faster?
TAS can assist with refund issues after the IRS published processing timeframe has passed. If that date has passed and you are experiencing a hardship, contact TAS office to see what options you have.
Coronavirus Home PageCOVID-19 has extended normal IRS processing timeframes. Please see IRS.gov for the latest updates.
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TAS has offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
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Visit a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic
Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) assist low income individuals who have a tax dispute with the IRS, and provide education and outreach to individuals who speak English as a second language (ESL).
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Local Taxpayer Advocates will share tips to help you to avoid filing and processing delays so you can submit your taxes with confidence.
Success Stories
Hear how the Taxpayer Advocate Service has helped taxpayers.
The Taxpayer Advocate Service has helped resolve tax issue with the IRS
Do you have a suggestion for how to improve the IRS?
If there are particular provisions of the existing tax system that are especially burdensome or seem particularly unfair, or if you have seen an issue that affects a lot of taxpayers, let us know.