IRS warns of phone scam targeting taxpayers around the country, including recent immigrants.
Scammers prey on victims by saying they owe the IRS money. They insist victims pay immediately through a pre-loaded credit card or wire transfer to avoid arrest, deportation or suspension of
driver’s or business license.
REMEMBER:
1. The IRS never asks for a credit card number over the phone or requests a specific form of payment. For instance, the use of a pre-paid debit card or wire transfer.
2. The IRS never initiates contact with taxpayers by email, text message or social media to request personal or financial information. The IRS will first send a bill in the mail.
3. The IRS never asks for PINs, passwords or similar confidential access information for credit card, bank or other financial accounts.
4. The IRS never discusses the possibility of arrest from the police department, any license revocation or deportation because that is not under its authority.
