To request an informal conference regarding the denial or adjustment of your Individual Income Tax Refund, you must submit a timely written request. An informal conference request must be in writing and must be postmarked no later than 60 days after the date of the Department of Treasury's (Department) denial or adjustment of your refund.

An informal conference request must include the following:

1. A statement explaining that you are contesting the denial or reduction of your Individual Income Tax refund,
2. Your name,
3. Your social security number,
4. A brief explanation of your reasoning,
5. Any supporting documentation or information you possess and
6. A copy of the notification you received.

Be sure to keep copies of everything for yourself.

Mail your request to:

Michigan Department of Treasury/Conference Request
P.O. Box 30757
Lansing, MI 48909

If the 60-day deadline is near and you need additional time to gather information, you should send your request immediately. This will preserve your right to an informal conference. You may send additional information at a later date.

The Department will respond to all requests for informal conference. The response will indicate if your request was received within the 60-day time frame and qualifies for an informal conference. The response may also provide an additional explanation of the adjustment to your refund or ask for additional information from you. If your request for informal conference is not made within the 60-day timeframe, you will not be afforded an informal conference. However, the department will still review your matter and make adjustments where appropriate.

If your request was received within the 60-day time frame and is not resolved to your satisfaction after additional review, please call 1-800-827-4000 or write to the Hearings Division, Austin Building, Lansing, MI 48922 to schedule your informal conference.