IRS Audit Additional Information Requested

What This Request Means

A request for additional information means the IRS has reviewed your initial response and needs further documentation or clarification. This is common during audits and does not indicate a problem with your prior submission.

Additional information requests typically ask for more detailed records, explanations of specific transactions, or documentation the IRS did not initially request but determined is necessary after reviewing your first response.

Why the IRS Requests More Information

Common reasons for follow-up requests include:

• Initial documentation was incomplete or unclear
• The examiner identified related items requiring verification
• Your explanation raised questions about other transactions
• Records provided do not fully support the amounts claimed
• The IRS needs documentation to verify third-party information

Additional requests are part of the standard audit process and allow you to provide complete information before the IRS makes a final determination.

What NOT to Do

• Do not ignore the request because you already responded once
• Do not provide vague or incomplete answers
• Do not become defensive or argumentative in your response
• Do not submit documents without clear explanations
• Do not miss the new deadline stated in the follow-up request
• Do not assume the IRS has access to records you previously provided

What to Do Next

Review the new request carefully to understand exactly what additional information is needed. Reference your prior response to avoid duplicating information already provided. Gather the requested documents and organize them with clear labels.

Prepare a supplemental written response that addresses each new request specifically. Reference your prior submission and explain how the new information relates to items already discussed. Submit your response before the deadline using certified mail.

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