Received an Assessment Notice?
If you received an assessment notice from the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR), it means the Department has determined that additional tax, penalty, interest, or other amounts may be due.
Your notice explains:
- Why the notice was issued
- The tax type and tax period involved
- The amount due (if applicable)
- Any response deadline
- Your options for resolving the matter
Most taxpayers can review their account and resolve their balance online through LaTAP.
View My Account
Resolve My Balance in LaTAP
Taking a few minutes to review your notice and account information may answer your questions and help you resolve the issue more quickly.
Step 1 — Read Your Notice
Review the following information:
- Notice type
- Tax type
- Tax period
- Amount due
- Response deadline
- Instructions provided
Step 2 — Review Your Account in LaTAP
Many assessment questions can be answered online.
Through LaTAP you can:
- View your account balance
- Review payments and payment history
- View notices
- Make a payment
- Request a payment plan
- Securely communicate with LDR
Log in to LaTAP
Step 3 — If Your Return Was Professionally Prepared
If the return referenced in your notice was prepared by a CPA, attorney, enrolled agent, or other tax professional, contact your preparer before contacting LDR.
Your preparer may be able to:
- Explain why you received the notice.
- Review your return for accuracy.
- Determine whether corrections are needed.
- Respond to LDR on your behalf, if authorized.
- Help resolve the issue more quickly.
If you prepared the return yourself, or your preparer cannot resolve the issue, LDR is available to assist you.
Note: A valid Power of Attorney or other authorization may be required before LDR can discuss confidential tax information with your representative.
Types of Assessment Notices
Assessment notices generally fall into one of the following categories.
Notice of Proposed Assessment
What It Means
LDR has proposed additional tax, penalty, interest, or other amounts due.
This notice provides you with an opportunity to review the proposed assessment and respond before it becomes final.
What You Should Do
- Review the notice carefully.
- Compare the information with your records.
- Contact your tax preparer if they prepared the return.
- Follow the instructions provided in the notice.
- Respond by the deadline shown.
Review My Account
Contact My Tax Preparer
Notice of Assessment
What It Means
LDR has issued an assessment establishing the amount currently due on your account.
What You Should Do
You may:
- Pay your balance in full.
- Request a payment plan if eligible.
- Review the assessment if you believe it is incorrect.
Make a Payment
Request a Payment Plan
Notice of Final Assessment
What It Means
The assessment has become final under Louisiana law.
If the liability is not resolved, LDR may begin collection actions authorized by law.
What You Should Do
Resolve your balance as soon as possible.
Available options include:
- Pay Online
- Request a Payment Plan
- Offer in Compromise (if eligible)
Make a Payment
Request a Payment Plan
Learn About Offer in Compromise
What If I Disagree With My Assessment?
If you believe your assessment is incorrect:
- Review the notice carefully.
- Compare the information with your records.
- Contact your tax preparer if they prepared the return.
- Follow the instructions provided in the notice.
- Respond by the deadline shown.
Failure to respond by the applicable deadline may limit your appeal rights and may result in the assessment becoming final.
Need Help Resolving Your Balance?
Most taxpayers can resolve an assessment online through LaTAP.
💳 Make a Payment
Pay your balance securely online.
Make a Payment
📅 Payment Plans
Monthly payment options may be available for eligible taxpayers.
Request a Payment Plan
💲 Offer in Compromise
If paying your tax debt would create a financial hardship, you may qualify for Louisiana's Offer in Compromise program.
Learn About Offer in Compromise
Download OIC Application
⚖ Collection Actions
Learn what collection actions may occur if your balance remains unpaid.
Learn About Collection Actions
Phone
855-307-3893
Hours
- Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:20 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:20 PM
Many assessment-related issues can be resolved online through LaTAP.
