IRS Phone Number Chart For Tax Help

Did you know that you could contact the IRS directly if you had questions on filing your taxes.  The IRS phone number listing below will be a real help if you’re have tax issues that you need help resolving.

Just like any call center, you’ll need to have all your information at hand before you call the IRS phone numbers below.  The chances that you’ll speak with the same representative the next time you call are next to impossible, so try to have all your tax questions answered with the same representative.

The IRS Phone Number List and Hours

Individual and Businesses:

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m.  – 7:00 p.m.

Individuals: 1-800-829-1040

Businesses: 1-800-829-4933

The individual IRS tax line is available to answer questions about filing your individual taxes, ask about tax notices you received, and also to request new W2 forms.

The business IRS tax line is strictly for businesses that have questions about filing, submitting tax forms, and other tax questions.  This line is not for individuals or exempt organizations – see blow.

Exempt Organizations, Retirement Plan Administrators and Government Entities:

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (local time)

1-877-829-5500

The IRS also has a line for individuals who feel that they’ve been a victim of identity theft.  The IRS phone number for identity theft is: 1-800-908-4490.

Other IRS Phone Number Listings:

IRS Tax Forms and Publications:
1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676)

IRS Refund Hotline:
1-800-829-1954 – Check Status of Refund

Spanish Speaking Taxpayers
1-800-244-4829

Hearing Impaired Taxpayers, the IRS phone number to call is
1-800-829-4059 (TDD)

Have you ever needed to call the IRS for assistance?  Were they helpful or did you still have questions afterwards?  What tips would you give for someone before they call the IRS?

Share your suggestions in the comments!