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How do I search for an IRS tax lien?

Updated October 8, 20261 sourceTaxTruce teamFact checked
The short answer

Call the IRS Centralized Lien Operation at 800-913-6050 to verify a lien. Liens are also public notices filed with local records offices. The same line can give a lien payoff amount or release a lien. For complex issues like discharge or withdrawal, contact the IRS Collection Advisory Group.

Sources

  1. IRS: Understanding a federal tax lien

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