Rates are set by fiscal year, effective October 1 each year. Find current rates in the continental United States ("CONUS Rates").
If you owe past due federal taxes that you cannot pay, bankruptcy may be an option. Other options include an IRS Installment Agreement or an Offer In Compromise.
If you have filed bankruptcy and have a question about an open bankruptcy, you may contact the IRS’ Centralized Insolvency Operations Unit, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., EST, at 1-800-973-0424.
For individuals, the most common type of bankruptcy is a Chapter 13. Before you consider filing a Chapter 13 here are some things you should know:
Partnerships and corporations file bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy code. Individuals may also file under Chapter 7 or Chapter 11.
For additional tax information on bankruptcy, refer to Publication 908, Bankruptcy Tax Guide and Publication 5082, What You Should Know about Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Delinquent Tax Returns (PDF).