Time Frame

• The IRS does not have a specific amount of time it gives people before levying accounts or garnishing wages. Unless taxpayers receive an extension, income taxes are due in April. After taxes become delinquent, the IRS has to follow certain procedures before levying accounts or garnishing wages. Taxpayers can delay the process by contacting the IRS and attempting to work out payment plans. In general, it takes the IRS at least a few months and in most cases longer before it will garnish wages or levy accounts.