what is a correspondence audit?

[Samuel]

Hey everyone, I recently came across the term “correspondence audit” while reading about IRS tax reviews. From what I understand, it’s not an in-person audit but something handled through mail or online communication.

 

[robertwilliam]

A correspondence audit is generally performed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) using mail and telephone as the main modes of communication. It is the easiest and the most frequently done type of audit, having a limited scope usually on one or two specific items of a tax return. It is not as elaborate or as personal as in an office or field audit.

 

[BlissCore]

A correspondence audit is a type of IRS audit done by mail. The IRS usually sends a letter asking for specific documents or clarification about items on your tax return. You just need to mail or upload the requested information no in-person meeting is required.

 

[Lucas]

A correspondence audit is a type of tax audit conducted by mail. The IRS or a tax authority sends a letter requesting specific documents or explanations about items on your tax return. You respond by mailing or uploading the requested information no in-person meeting is required.

 

[Emly]

A correspondence audit is a tax review conducted by mail, where the IRS or tax authority requests additional documents or explanations about specific items on your tax return.

 

[Lucky]

A correspondence audit is conducted by mail, where the IRS or tax authority requests specific documents or explanations to verify tax return accuracy. It’s typically used for simpler issues like income discrepancies or deduction verifications, without in-person meetings.