What is a 147c letter?

A 147c letter is a verification letter issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to organizations or individuals. The letter confirms the organization's tax identification number (TIN) or Employer Identification Number (EIN). It is used to authenticate the TIN or EIN when a third party such as a vendor, supplier, or bank requests it.

The 147c letter is an official document that includes the name of the organization, the legal name of the entity, and the EIN or TIN. It also contains a verification code unique to the letter and a statement confirming the IRS's records match the information provided.

If there is an error in the information provided by the organization on their tax return, the IRS can send a 147c letter to alert them to the discrepancy, and to request additional documentation needed to correct the errors.

It is important to keep the 147c letter in a safe place as it can be used as proof of a valid TIN or EIN. If the letter is lost, stolen or misplaced, the organization can request a reissue from the IRS.