- What it means
- Same purpose as Letter 525: the examination report and a 30-day window to agree, respond, or appeal.
- Respond within
- 30 days from the date on the notice
- What to send
- Agreement, additional documents, or an appeal request.
- Write it
- Document cover letter
- When to get help
- Same as Letter 525.
What the letter says
Another form of the 30-day letter used for certain examination types.
What to do
Same three options: agree and pay, send documents, or request Appeals. The 30 days are counted from the letter date.
What to gather
- The letter and report
- Your return
- Supporting documents for the changed items
Write back
The Document cover letter tool builds the response in the order the IRS reads it. Fill it in, review it, print it, and send it with copies of the documents above and the notice stub on top.
Before you send anything
This is general information, not tax advice. Situations differ. Check with your tax advisor before you send anything. Nothing on this page creates a client relationship.