ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE BACK TAX RELIEF

Get started resolving your state tax liabilities using the information below.  If you still need help, reach out to us using the contact form to the right of this page.

IL-DOR Monthly Payment Plan

The state of Illinois generally allows up to 24 months to pay your back taxes in equal monthly payments, but they prefer 12 months.  $5,000 is typically the cutoff for submitting financial information. 

Owe more than $10,000 and you will be required to submit financial information. 

Owe less than $10,000 and you may or may not be required to submit financial information.

 Although you may be able to get more than 24 months, it’s rare and you will probably need a manager’s approval.

State of Illinois Offer in Compromise

And Penalty Abatement

The Illinois Department of Revenue does have an Offer in Compromise settlement program for those that qualify.  You will actually have to request the OIC through the Board of Appeals.

Learn more about Penalties with Publication 103, Penalties and Interest for Illinois Taxes.