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CP53
CP53 — Notice to taxpayer that the IRS was unable to direct deposit and a paper refund check will be sent by mail.
Notice to taxpayer that the IRS was unable to direct deposit and a paper refund check will be sent by mail.
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CP53
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What the IRS language says
Notice to taxpayer that the IRS was unable to direct deposit and a paper refund check will be sent by mail.
What it usually means
CP53 is in our IR Manual catalog. Official wording is dense — we translate it for business owners and individuals and map realistic next steps.
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