Glossary

CP 575 letter

Apr 6, 2024

What is a CP 575 letter?

A CP 575 letter is issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to employers with questions about an employee's tax status or the employer's responsibilities with regard to the employee. CP 575 letters can be sent for any number of reasons, including an audit, a change in status, and more. They may also be sent following a tax form change or update for filing purposes

IRS 575 letter may also be sent if they have questions about your employee's tax status, such as whether they should file as single or married filing jointly, whether they are eligible for health insurance premiums paid by an employer or other benefits that can be included on Form W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement), etc.

If you receive this letter from your employer, check with your HR department to see if there are any other steps that you must take in order to proceed.

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