IRS Launches New Tool to Report Tax Fraud

New web page streamlines fraud and scam reporting for taxpayers

Mar. 3, 2026 at 4:31am

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The Internal Revenue Service has announced the launch of a new web page that allows taxpayers to confidentially report suspected tax fraud, scams, evasion, or other tax-related illegal activities. The new tool consolidates multiple fraud-reporting options into a single, centralized location, making it easier for taxpayers to report suspicious activity.

Why it matters

The new IRS fraud reporting system aims to address historic challenges that had prevented the agency from making maximum use of the referrals it receives. By making it simpler for taxpayers to report suspected wrongdoing, the IRS hopes to uncover more fraud and support the integrity of the nation's tax system.

The details

The new web page can be found by selecting the 'Report Fraud' button on the IRS.gov homepage or at IRS.gov/SubmitATip. Taxpayers are encouraged to report suspected tax-related wrongdoing as soon as possible to help the IRS address fraud and noncompliance. Over the longer term, the IRS plans to streamline fraud reporting by reducing forms, automating processes, and using modern case management software.

  • The IRS announced the new web page on Thursday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Frank J. Bisignano

IRS Chief Executive Officer.

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What they’re saying

“Improvements to the IRS fraud reporting system make reporting suspected wrongdoing easier and simpler and will address historic challenges that had prevented the IRS from making maximum use of the referrals it receives.”

— Frank J. Bisignano, IRS Chief Executive Officer

The takeaway

The new IRS fraud reporting tool is an important step in empowering taxpayers to help uncover tax-related illegal activities and support the integrity of the nation's tax system.