You can contact the agency with which you have a debt to determine if your debt was submitted for a tax refund offset or you may call BFS’s TOP call center at (800) 304-3107.

Why was my income tax garnished?

Treasury Offset Program Government agencies frequently garnish federal income tax refunds since they are the most common federal payments. past-due court-ordered child support payments, outstanding debts with federal agencies other than the Internal Revenue Service, past-due state income taxes and.

Who garnished my tax refund?

Phone FMS at 800-304-3107 to determine which organization will receive your garnished refund. Also, you can call the IRS at 800-829-1040. Provide your taxpayer identification number and inquire whether or not a garnishment is pending on your tax refund.

What to do if you owe money to the Air Force?

If you served in the Air Force, Army, Navy or Marine Corps less than a year ago and believe they owe you money, start the claim process through your former pay office. Claims are settled on the facts, as established by the government agency concerned, and by evidence submitted by you.

How to get a refund from the military?

A refund is awarded in the same calendar year in which a military member received disability severance pay. To obtain a refund from us you must submit the following documents to us before December 15th if the year in which the disability severance pay was paid. Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Proceedings Form from your applicable service.

How to get a tax refund for the National Guard?

Be sure to provide a copy of your Leave and Earnings Statement containing the remarks. For National Guard members you will need to contact your unit administrator or finance office for assistance. If you paid taxes on your disability severance pay, you could be due a refund.

Is there a free tax service for the military?

Start with Military OneSource MilTax for information on free tax filing in the military. MilTax is a suite of free tax services for the military community, including personalized support from tax consultants, easy-to-use tax preparation and e-filing software, and helpful information on filing your tax return in the military.