The IRS released its "Dirty Dozen" tax scams for the 2026 filing season to warn taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals about the tactics used to commit identity theft and other forms of fraud.
IRS CEO Frank Bisignano said in a statement released earlier this month on "Slam the Scam Day" that the list and other efforts to raise awareness provide "a great opportunity to remind everyone to remain vigilant and watch out for scams because thieves continuously adjust the pitches they use to take advantage of honest taxpayers."
"For more than two decades, the IRS has used the Dirty Dozen list to flag emerging scams that taxpayers should watch out for," he added.
This year's edition of the IRS' Dirty Dozen list of tax scams includes one notable change and the agency advises all taxpayers to "remain cautious year-round, as criminals will always be on the lookout for new ways to obtain money, personal identifiable information, and data.