Assistance with the Illinois Department of Revenue

State Tax Questions • Refund Delays • Identity Verification • Business Tax Help • Payment Plans • Tax Notices

How We Can Help

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) administers the state’s tax laws and processes personal, business, and sales taxes. From individual income tax refunds to business registration and payment plans, IDOR plays a central role in state finances.

Our office can assist you by:

  • Helping you understand tax notices or letters from IDOR

  • Checking the status of your individual income tax refund

  • Troubleshooting identity verification holds or document requests

  • Coordinating with IDOR staff to resolve delayed responses

  • Assisting small businesses with tax registration or filing questions

  • Connecting you with payment plan or hardship program resources

Please note: we do not have access to your private tax records and cannot intervene in legal or audit decisions. All decisions regarding tax filings, penalties, refunds, or appeals are made by IDOR.

Quick Links

CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR REFUND
MY TAX ILLINOIS
ABOUT THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT
PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS
ABOUT IDENTITY VERIFICATION LETTERS

Common Issues We Help With

  • “I filed my return months ago and still haven’t gotten my state refund.”

  • “I got a letter saying I need to verify my identity but I don’t know how.”

  • “IDOR says I owe money, but I already paid.”

  • “My refund is on hold and I can’t get anyone on the phone.”

  • “I need help setting up a payment plan for back taxes.”

  • “I was charged a penalty, but I filed on time. What can I do?”