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Need tax help? IRS offering San Diegans face-to-face assistance this Saturday

Taxpayers can get help without scheduling an appointment beforehand

Joe Raedle/Getty Images In this Dec. 22, 2017, file photo, a copy of an IRS 1040 tax form is seen at an H&R Block office in Miami, Florida.

The Internal Revenue Service is holding special Saturday hours this weekend at eight Taxpayer Assistance Centers in California, including one in San Diego, to offer in-person help during peak tax season, the agency announced.

These special hours are part of the agency's efforts to improve taxpayer service. The IRS aims to accommodate filers who may need help but can't make it during regular weekday hours due to work and other commitments.

On Saturday, March 16, taxpayers can visit the following locations without an appointment from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.:

  • 212 Coffee Road Ste. 200, Bakersfield, CA 93309
  • 2525 Capitol St., Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93721
  • 300 N. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
  • 1301 Clay St., Oakland, CA 94612
  • 4330 Watt Ave., Sacramento, CA 95821
  • 880 Front St., Suite 1247, San Diego, CA 92101
  • 450 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102
  • 55 S. Market St., Ste. 100, San Jose, CA 95113

The San Diego location is expected to open again on Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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What to know about Taxpayer Assistance Centers

Taxpayers who visit these centers can get help with various services, including online account assistance, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number renewal, payments, refunds, transcripts and forms. Keep in mind that tax return preparation services are not available and that the IRS cannot accept cash payments on Saturdays.

TACs are typically open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and require appointments, which can be made by calling 844-545-5640.

What to bring to an IRS office

  • Government-issued photo identification
  • Social Security or ITINS
  • Relevant IRS letters, notices or other documents
  • If you are requesting identity verification services, bring two forms of identification and a copy of the tax return for the year in question (if filed)
  • You may also be asked for a current mailing address and proof of financial account information
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