How long does the IRS collect back taxes? The IRS generally has 10 years to collect federal tax debt after assessment. By Taylor Rouillard|2026-05-28T17:15:17+00:00May 28, 2026|Back Taxes Article|Comments Off on How long does the IRS collect back taxes? Business Law Group helps entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals protect and grow their companies with smart, practical legal solutions. FacebookXRedditLinkedInWhatsAppTelegramTumblrPinterestVkXingEmail About the Author: Taylor Rouillard