Summer is here — and whether you’re dreaming of a beach overseas or planning a long-awaited international getaway, your travel plans could be in jeopardy if you owe back taxes to the IRS.

Most people don’t realize it, but under federal law, the IRS can restrict your passport if you have a seriously delinquent tax debt. At Tax Problem Solvers LLC, we help individuals and small business owners resolve these complex IRS issues — before they disrupt your life.

🚫 What Is IRS Passport Certification?

If you owe the IRS more than $62,000 in back taxes, including penalties and interest, the IRS may label your debt as “seriously delinquent.” When that happens, they can certify your tax debt to the U.S. State Department.

That certification means:

  • Your passport application or renewal can be denied
  • Your current passport could be revoked, especially if you’re overseas
  • You may be blocked from traveling until your tax situation is resolved

This process is called IRS Passport Certification, and it’s a powerful collection tool that often catches people off guard — especially during busy travel seasons like summer.

⚠️ How Do You Know If You’re at Risk?

The IRS is required to notify you before taking this step. You’ll typically receive a Notice CP508C informing you that your debt has been certified to the State Department. But by the time you receive this notice, your passport may already be in jeopardy.

✅ How to Stop or Reverse Certification

The good news? IRS passport certification can be resolved — and even reversed — with the right action.

At Tax Problem Solvers LLC, we help clients in Greenville, SC, take the following steps:

  • Set up an Installment Agreement (monthly payment plan)
  • Submit an Offer in Compromise to settle the debt for less
  • Request Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status if you’re facing financial hardship
  • Dispute incorrect certifications if the IRS made an error

Once the IRS receives and accepts one of these resolutions, they will notify the State Department to lift the restriction on your passport — but timing is key.

💻 Virtual IRS Help – No Office Visit Required

We know dealing with the IRS can feel overwhelming. That’s why at Tax Problem Solvers LLC, we take over the communication with the IRS for you and begin work on your case immediately — all through a fully virtual process. Whether you’re at home or on the go, we make getting help convenient and stress-free.

📞 Don’t Wait Until Your Trip is Canceled

If you’ve received a notice or think you may be at risk, now is the time to act. Your travel plans, your passport, and your peace of mind are too important to put off.

Call us today at 864-692-1333 to schedule a confidential consultation.

Facing IRS problems? Let us handle it.