How to talk to a human at the IRS ?
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Robert James, 20+ years of experience in IRS mattersAnswered on September 01,2023
Follow the below steps to speak to a real person at IRS.
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The IRS telephone number is 1-800-829-1040.
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The automated system's first question is to choose your language.
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Once you've set your language, do NOT choose Option 1 (regarding refund info). Choose option 2 for "Personal Income Tax" instead.
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Press 1 for "form, tax history, or payment."
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Next, press 3 "for all other questions."
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Next, press 2 "for all other questions."
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Do NOT enter anything when the system asks you to enter your SSN or EIN to access your account information.
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After it asks twice, you will be prompted with another menu.
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Press 2 for personal or individual tax questions.
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Finally, press 3 for all other inquiries.
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