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The document provides detailed instructions for completing Form 843, which is used to claim refunds or request abatements of certain taxes, penalties, and interest assessed by the IRS. It outlines eligibility criteria, specific types of claims that can be made, and the necessary documentation required for various situations, including provisions for taxpayers with visual impairments. The document also specifies forms that should not be used in conjunction with Form 843 and includes guidance on where to file the form.

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How long does it take IRS to approve form 843?

Write a letter requesting reasonable cause abatement, or send Form 843, Claim for Refund and Request for Abatement. The IRS decision usually takes about three to four months.

What are good reasons to request an abatement of IRS penalties?

Failure to file or pay penalties Fires, natural disasters or civil disturbances. Inability to get records. Death, serious illness or unavoidable absence of the taxpayer or immediate family. System issues that delayed a timely electronic filing or payment.

Who uses form 843?

Form 843 is a multipurpose tax document issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) used by taxpayers to make a claim for a refund of certain assessed taxes or to request abatement of interest or penalties applied in error.

What is form 843 for HR block?

Use Form 843 if your claim or request involves: a refund of one of the taxes (other than income taxes or an employers claim for FICA tax, RRTA tax, or income tax withholding) or a fee, an abatement of FUTA tax or certain excise taxes, or. a refund or abatement of interest, penalties, or additions to tax.