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An IP PIN is a security measure that helps prevent fraudulent use of Social Security Numbers. An IP PIN is not the same thing as a taxpayer identification number, such as a Social Security Number, individual taxpayer ID, or an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number (ATIN). To get an IP PIN that is lost, forgotten, or never arrived in a CP01A Notice, use the IP PIN request portal at IRS.gov. If you can’t access your IP PIN online, call (800) 908-4490 for help getting your IP PIN reissued. Don't file your tax return without your IP PIN. Your return will only be accepted with your correct IP PIN, even if you have prior-year AGI. To learn more, see our Tax Guide page on IP PINs. Note: You may need to set up an ID.me account for verification, but the IRS will be transitioning away from facial recognition technology by the end of February 2022. IP-PIN for 2022 Returns in 2023
The Identity Protection Personal Identification Number or IP-PIN is an extra layer of personal identity security. Protect yourself from tax related identity theft. Attention: We strongly encourage you to obtain your own IP-PIN to protect your 2022 Tax Return. The IP-PIN is assigned in the form of a six-digit number, e.g. 123456, by the IRS to qualifying taxpayers as protection of their social security number not being used fraudulently or by mistake on their 2022 Income Tax Returns. See also: What to do if the IRS rejected my return for an invalid IP PIN. Important: When e-filing your 2022 Return in 2023, use these key points to e-file successfully and avoid rejection:
If you are rejected, you can re-file your return at no extra cost once you retrieve your IP PIN. How to Apply for an Identity Protection PINWhen you prepare and eFile your 2022 Taxes on eFile.com, you will be asked to enter your IP-PIN during checkout. That number will then be used to verify your identity with the IRS. If the IP-PIN you entered does not match the one on record, the return will be rejected. At that point, you can re-enter the IP-PIN or apply for a new one. Before you apply for your personal Identity Protection PIN, review these points first:
Part of the IP PIN application is the registration process of your IRS account. IRS Service Account RegistrationImportant: The IRS is migrating all old accounts and requiring new users to create and link an ID.me account. ID.me is a safe way to assure your identity is protected when accessing your tax information to help reduce tax fraud and/or identity theft. You will need the same information below to create this. As of February 7, 2022, the IRS is no longer requiring you to partake in a face-scan or "live selfie" that matches your government or state issued identification. This new feature was supposed to secure your identity through biometric data, but saw backlash and the IRS reverted this requirement. By applying for an IP-PIN, you also register your IRS account where you can retrieve your tax returns and your IRS payment history over time. Here is what you will need to verify your identity during the 15 minute IRS account and IP PIN registration process:
Register Account, Get IP PIN What Is IRS Notice CP303? If you received IRS Notice CP303, this means that an IRS account was created or IRS services were accessed using your information. You may receive this notice if you use IRS online tools with your own information. However, if you receive this notice and do not understand why, someone may have used your information and you should contact the number on the notice immediately. Get Your IP PIN Offline
If a taxpayer is unable to electronically file their return without this and cannot get their IP-PIN in time, they may have to mail in their tax return as this will not require the IP-PIN. Taxpayers should store the IP PIN in a safe location and not share their personal PIN with anyone but their tax provider. The IRS will never ask for your IP-PIN; any phone call, email, or text asking for your IP-PIN is a scam. Using your IP-PIN when Filing or e-Filing your Tax ReturnWhen you file your taxes with eFile.com, you will enter your IPPIN during the process. This will quickly and easily verify your identity and allow your return to be processed and get your tax refund to you, if owed. Be sure to enter it correctly on the first attempt in order to avoid any errors or rejections. Obtain your PIN from your IRS account or a letter sent from the IRS. Common questions when using your IP-PIN:
Additional questions? Our Taxperts® are here to help. Tax-Related Identity Theft VictimsConfirmed victims of tax-related identity theft should file a Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit,if their e-Filed tax return got rejected due to a duplicate SSN. The IRS will then investigate their case and, once the fraudulent tax return is removed from the taxpayer's account, the taxpayer will automatically receive an IP PIN by postal mail at the start of the next calendar year or tax season. Confirmed identity theft victims can't opt out of the IP PIN program unlike other taxpayers. IP-PINs will be mailed annually to confirmed victims and participants enrolled before 2023. This comes in the form of a CP01A Notice which will contain the PIN. Lost IP-PINs can also be retrieved via the online account. Review IRS identity theft information for taxpayers. Register Account, Get IP PIN Prepare your tax return with eFile.com and use your IP-PIN to verify your identity. See the ways eFile practices security for user data. Learn about fake IRS emails and how to handle identity verification through an IRS letter you received. TurboTax® is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc. How can I get my IP pin from the IRS online?Taxpayers can go to IRS.gov/getanippin to complete a thorough authentication check. Once authentication is complete, an IP PIN will be provided online immediately. A new IP PIN is generated every year for added security.
Will the IRS give me my IP PIN over the phone?After the taxpayer passes authentication, an IP PIN will be mailed to them within three weeks. Taxpayers should never share their IP PIN with anyone but their tax provider. The IRS will never call to request the taxpayer's IP PIN, and taxpayers must be alert to potential IP PIN scams.
Can I file my taxes without an IP PIN?An IP PIN must be used when filing any federal tax returns during the year including prior year returns.
Can anyone get an IRS IP PIN?The Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit code known only to the taxpayer and to the IRS. It helps prevent identity thieves from filing fraudulent tax returns using a taxpayers' personally identifiable information.
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