State tax debt in New Mexico is collected by New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department, not the IRS. Letters may let you set up a pre-approved plan in TAP.
Key facts for New Mexico
- Payment plan
- Letters may let you set up a pre-approved plan in TAP. Source
- Collection tools
- A lien exists by law once you are billed and do not pay. A warrant of levy lets the state seize property. Source
Two debts, two sets of rules
- The IRS collects federal taxes, with its own letters and plans.
- New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department collects New Mexico taxes, with its own rules.
- A plan with the IRS does not stop the state from collecting, and the other way around.
Common questions in New Mexico
Who collects state taxes in New Mexico?
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department. It is separate from the IRS. A plan with one does not stop the other from collecting.
Can I get a payment plan for New Mexico taxes?
Letters may let you set up a pre-approved plan in TAP.
Can TaxTruce help with New Mexico tax debt?
Yes. TaxTruce is a free service that connects you with tax resolution firms that work in New Mexico. Answer a few questions, confirm your phone with a text code, and a firm reviews your situation and calls you back. We are not the IRS or a state agency.
Results depend on your situation. Not every case qualifies.
Sources
Facts on this page come from New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department and are linked. Rules change. Check with New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department or a licensed tax pro before you act. We are not affiliated with New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department.