How to enter the IP-PIN For A Dependent - IND-996
Did the IRS reject your return due to a miss-matching IP-PIN, or do you just need to find out how to enter this IP-PIN on your eFile.com tax return?
- If you already have an IP-PIN for your DEPENDENT(s), follow these instructions on how to enter an IP-PIN for a DEPENDENT.
- If you need a new or replacement IP-PIN, then get the IP-PIN and follow these instructions on how to enter the IP-PIN for the Dependent.
- If your personal or spouse's IP-PIN gets rejected, you can also get a new IP-PIN. Then enter the IP-PIN during the checkout and e-Filing process.
Important: Please get an IP-PIN online for the dependent, spouse etc. by creating an IRS account. You will have to verify their identity during the sign-up process. Or follow these steps: Call us at 800-908-4490 for specialized assistance, Monday - Friday, 7am - 7pm your local time, to have the IP-PIN reissued. An IRS person will verify your identity and mail your IP-PIN to your address of record within 21 days. International users can call us at 1-267-941-1000 (not toll free) between 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. EST.
Dependent IP-PIN Solution: Sign in to eFile.com and then click on Federal Taxes on the left.
- Click on Dependents below, and on the right, click on the dependent(s) name.
- Scroll to the bottom of the form and select this link: I'd like to see the advanced options for this dependent.
- Select This dependent has an Identity Protection PIN.
- Enter the IP-PIN in the field; see the screenshot below for further details.
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