What does it mean when it says my tax return is currently locked?

What does it mean when it says my tax return is currently locked?

The IRS locked your account because the Social Security Administration informed us that the social security number (SSN) of the primary or secondary taxpayer on the return belongs to someone who died prior to the tax year of the return submitted for processing.

How do I contact a live person at the IRS?

Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040. Customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, unless otherwise noted (see telephone assistance for more information).

What to do if the IRS says you are deceased?

If you receive this notice in error, follow these steps:

1. Verify you entered your SSNs) correctly on your tax return.
2. Contact SSA to have them correct their records.
3. Once SSA corrects the information, send the documentation shown to the address of the IRS campus where you filed your tax return:

Does Social Security Tell IRS of death?

Social Security – The Social Security Administration (SSA) should be notified as soon as possible when a person dies. In most cases, the funeral director will report the person’s death to the SSA. The funeral director has to be furnished with the deceased’s Social Security number so that he or she can make the report.

How do I get my IRS account unlocked?

Go to www.irs.gov/eservices and select the appropriate application. Do not make multiple attempts to guess your username or password, use the username and password recovery tools. Multiple failed attempts will result in a 24-hour lock out. The e-help Desk cannot unlock you.

Can I get my tax refund deposited into someone else’s account?

You can direct your refund to any of your checking or savings accounts; you cannot direct your refund to someone else’s account (except for your spouse’s account, if this is a joint refund).