IRS Robocall Scam
IRS impersonation robocalls are one of the longest-running phone scams in the U.S. TIGTA has documented this pattern continuously since 2013. The IRS will never call you with threats — first contact is always by certified mail.
Reports
14,190 IC3 complaints 2024
First documented
2013
Last active
2026-03
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What the scam says
Automated or live caller claims to be an IRS agent. Threatens arrest, deportation, or property seizure unless immediate payment is made. Demands gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. Common script names used: 'Officer David Morgan', 'Agent James Wilson', or a badge number.
5 red flags
The IRS never initiates contact by phone — all first contact is by U.S. mail
The IRS never threatens immediate arrest over the phone
Gift cards, cryptocurrency, and wire transfers are never accepted by the IRS
Real IRS notices include a CP notice number, specific tax year, and your full name
TIGTA has documented this scam pattern continuously since 2013
What to do
Hang up immediately
Call the real IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to confirm no action is pending
Report to TIGTA at 1-800-366-4484 or tigta.gov
Report to FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov — add 'IRS Telephone Scam' in comments
Report this scam
Source
TIGTA — official IRS scam alert database; FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024-2025
https://www.tigta.gov/report-scam ↗Reported numbers using this pattern
Area codes associated with this pattern
Specific scam messages in this pattern
"IRS Arrest Warrant – One Hour to Pay" Call Scam
This is the IRS. A tax warrant has been issued for your arrest. You mu…
IRS "Final Notice – Pay Now" Text Scam — Tax Demand Warning
IRS FINAL NOTICE: You owe $3,821.00 in unpaid taxes. Pay immediately t…
"Federal Arrest Warrant – 2 Hours" Text Scam — US Marshals Impersonation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the IRS Robocall Scam?▼
IRS impersonation robocalls are one of the longest-running phone scams in the U.S. TIGTA has documented this pattern continuously since 2013. The IRS will never call you with threats — first contact is always by certified mail.
How do I recognize a IRS Robocall Scam?▼
Red flags: The IRS never initiates contact by phone — all first contact is by U.S. mail; The IRS never threatens immediate arrest over the phone; Gift cards, cryptocurrency, and wire transfers are never accepted by the IRS.
What should I do if I receive a IRS Robocall Scam?▼
Hang up immediately Call the real IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to confirm no action is pending Report to TIGTA at 1-800-366-4484 or tigta.gov
How common is the IRS Robocall Scam?▼
14,190 IC3 complaints 2024. First documented: 2013. Source: TIGTA — official IRS scam alert database; FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024-2025.
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First documented: 2013 · Last active: 2026-03
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