Some taxpayers may receive e-mail from a non-IRS source indicating the taxpayer is under audit and needs to complete a questionnaire within 48 hours to avoid the assessment of penalties and interest. The e-mail refers to an “e-audit” and references the IRS Form 1040. The taxpayer is asked for social security numbers, bank account numbers and other confidential information.

The Internal Revenue Service DOES NOT conduct “e-audits”, nor does it notify taxpayers of a pending audit via e-mail.

This e-mail is NOT from the IRS. If you receive an email of this nature, please contact the IRS office in your area immediately.