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IRS Notice CP508C

Certification of a seriously delinquent tax debt to the State Department, which can affect your passport.

Summary

Certification of a seriously delinquent tax debt to the State Department, which can affect your passport.

CP508C notifies you that the IRS has certified your tax debt as 'seriously delinquent' to the State Department, which can lead to denial or revocation of your U.S. passport. It applies to larger balances (indexed annually) in active collection.

This is a time-sensitive notice. Deadline: Act before passport action. Missing it can cost you appeal rights and lead to a levy. If you have this notice, call (888) 503-6803 today.

What does Notice CP508C mean?

CP508C notifies you that the IRS has certified your tax debt as 'seriously delinquent' to the State Department, which can lead to denial or revocation of your U.S. passport. It applies to larger balances (indexed annually) in active collection.

Why did I get it?

The IRS issues Notice CP508C when its records show a specific condition on your account. The notice itself states the amount, the tax year, and the date the IRS is working from. If any of that looks wrong, it often is worth challenging, and confirming the details is the first thing we do.

What happens if I ignore it?

If you do nothing, the IRS can proceed to levy your wages, bank accounts, or other property, and you may lose valuable appeal rights that expire with the deadline. Every notice has a response window, and the options are widest before it closes.

What to do after Notice CP508C

Three steps, whether you handle it yourself or have us step in.

01

Do not miss the deadline

Notice CP508C carries a response date: Act before passport action. Mark it, because the IRS's next step is usually more serious.

02

Confirm the details

The IRS is sometimes wrong. We pull your transcripts and verify whether the amount and the basis for the notice are correct before responding.

03

Respond with a plan

Passport certification is reversible once the debt is addressed. Act quickly if you travel. We respond on your behalf and take the deadline pressure off you.

Notice CP508C at a glance
Notice
IRS Notice CP508C
Type
Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt (Passport)
Urgency
Time-sensitive
Deadline
Act before passport action
What it means
Certification of a seriously delinquent tax debt to the State Department, which can affect your passport.

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Notice CP508C: frequently asked questions

Is IRS Notice CP508C serious?

Yes. It is a time-sensitive collection notice with a firm deadline, and missing it can lead to a levy and the loss of appeal rights.

How long do I have to respond to Notice CP508C?

Act before passport action. Deadlines are strict, so it is best to act well before the date on your specific notice.

Can Rockwater respond to the IRS for me?

Yes. Once we represent you, the IRS communicates with us, and we respond on your behalf. Send us the notice and we will explain your options at no cost.

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