You may qualify to apply online if: Long-term payment plan (installment agreement): You owe $50,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest. You have filed all required returns.
The new option is offered online or when working with an IRS employee and is available for individuals. More than 90% of individual taxpayers with a balance due will qualify for a Simple Payment Plan. If you qualify, no collection information statement or lien determination is required.
The IRS might deny a payment plan if you have incomplete tax filings, owe for multiple periods, or lack consistent compliance with tax laws.
Long-term payment plan (installment agreement): You owe $50,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest. You have filed all required returns.
The taxpayer has a right to specify the particular tax liability to which the IRS will apply the 20 percent payment. Periodic payment offer – An offer is called a "periodic payment offer" under the tax law if it's payable in 6 or more monthly installments and within 24 months after the offer is accepted.
WHY THE IRS REJECTS INSTALLMENT AGREEMENT REQUESTS. The IRS typically rejects an installment agreement request for one of three reasons. If the IRS determines that your living expenses do not fall under the category of “necessary,” your agreement will more than likely be rejected.
Or: For individual tax returns, call 1-800-829-1040, 7 AM - 7 PM Monday through Friday local time. The wait time to speak with a representative may be long. This option works best for less complex questions.