Venar Ayar On Passports

Did you know that your IRS tax debt could prevent you from renewing your passport?  The IRS has been talking about doing this for years and beginning in February of 2018, the IRS began certifying tax debt to the State Department for seriously delinquent taxpayers, which could result in a denial of your passport renewal.

However, not all taxpayers who owe the IRS money will have their passports denied. Read on to determine whether your passport is at risk.

Your Tax Debt Must Be Seriously Delinquent

First, your tax debt, penalties, and interest must exceed $52,000 to be considered seriously delinquent. If you owe less than this amount, your passport is safe for now.

The IRS also needs to either file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien or a tax levy. Once your appeal options expire or are exhausted, your tax debt can be considered seriously delinquent.

Even if you meet these two criteria, there are a number of ways you can avoid certification of your tax debt to the State Department. Consult a tax attorney to avoid a certification and resolve your tax problems.

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