CP22A

Medium

Changes to Your Return - From Taxpayer Request

Changes were made to your return based on your request, and you may owe additional tax.

Response Deadline

30 days from notice date

Respond before this deadline to avoid additional penalties and enforcement action.

What This Notice Means

CP22A is sent after you requested a change to your return (such as filing an amended return or responding to a previous notice). The IRS made the change and this notice shows the result, which may include a balance due.

Why You May Have Received This

  • 1Filed an amended return (Form 1040-X)
  • 2Responded to a prior IRS notice
  • 3Provided additional documentation

Required Actions

1

Review that the changes match your request

2

Pay any balance due

3

Contact IRS if changes do not match your request

Your Options

Use these calculators to understand your situation and explore resolution options.

Consequences If Ignored

  • Interest and penalties may apply to any balance due

Tips & Best Practices

  • Verify the changes match your amended return or correspondence

Related Resources

Legal References

IRM 21.3.1

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