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CP53E — Direct Deposit Could Not Be Completed

The IRS could not deposit your refund to the bank account on your return, so it is issuing a paper check.

What this notice means

The IRS could not deposit your refund to the bank account on your return, so it is issuing a paper check.

What to do

Watch the mail, and update your address and bank details if they were wrong.

Before you respond

  1. Read the whole letter and note the notice code, tax year and response date.
  2. Compare the figures with your return, W-2s, 1099s and payment records.
  3. Keep copies of the notice and everything you send. Send proof by a trackable method.
  4. Choose: pay, dispute, appeal or request a resolution program. Get help if the notice mentions a levy, lien or hearing.

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