What is an IRS Letter 2030?

The IRS Letter 2030 is an Inquiries Regarding Federal Tax Deposit Discrepancy notice. It is sent when the IRS identifies a difference between the employment tax returns you filed (Form 941, 943, or 945) and the federal tax deposits or payments they have on record for your business.

Why did I receive IRS Letter 2030?

You may receive Letter 2030 if:

• The taxes reported on your Form 941, 943, or 945 do not match the deposits you made through EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System).

• Deposits were missed, underpaid, or applied incorrectly.

• Filing errors, such as incorrect reporting of Social Security, Medicare, or withheld income taxes, created a mismatch.

What do I need to do?

The IRS will outline the discrepancy in the Letter 2030 and request that you:

1. Review your filed returns and payment history.

2. Compare IRS figures against your own records.

3. Respond with an explanation or corrections.

4. Pay any difference owed, or, if you overpaid, request an adjustment.

Responding promptly is critical—delays can lead to penalties or additional interest charges.

How TaxBandits helps with IRS Letter 2030

When you receive an IRS Letter 2030, the first step is to upload the notice into your TaxBandits account. This keeps your records organized and allows you to access actionable guidance on what the notice means and how to resolve it. You’ll know exactly what steps to take without having to figure it out on your own.

Plus, TaxBandits gives you the tools to stay ahead of these discrepancies:

• Accurate filing of Form 941, 943, and 945 – e-file employment tax returns directly through TaxBandits with built-in validation to reduce common errors.

• Smart Review checks – catch reporting inconsistencies before filing, lowering the risk of mismatches.