![]() Why Haven’t I Received My IRS Pin?Įxpect to receive your IP Pin in the mail on a form that says CP01A. If that’s the case, at least it can help you be safe for future tax seasons. Based on how long it takes to get, how long it takes you to complete your taxes, and when taxes are due, it may be too late this season. So, try and request one as soon as possible. The online tool used to request a pin is unavailable from mid-November to mid-January. Once sent, they should be received within 21 days. IRS pins are sent out every year between mid-December to early January. All you need is to verify your identity with your name, address, Social Security Number, and birthday. So, if you are ever asked for one, it is sure to be a scam. You do not need a credit card to request an IP pin. However, I suggest you provide them information so they can make their own request. You won’t be able to request one for your friends or family to help them unless they are listed as a ‘dependent’ on your return. ![]() But remember, the pin is a good thing, and receiving one makes you safer. If you didn’t request them but receive IRS pins in the mail, it can be surprising. If your name comes up during an investigation as a possible victim, a Pin may be created as a preventative measure. Sometimes they even identify people as possible victims based on ongoing investigations. This is true if you’ve ever been a victim of ID theft and reported it to the police or IRS. The IRS may automatically issue one to you. Also, there is no need to create an account every year, use the same one used in years past.Īnyone filing taxes and can prove their identity is eligible for an IP pin. If you’ve requested a Pin in previous years you would also have an account. If you have ever logged onto their website to request a transcript or had a payment agreement, there is already an account on file. You will have to create an account with the IRS unless you already have one. To request your own IP Pin through the IRS, go to their website at irs.gov. You cannot get a pin from TurboTax, Tax Act, H&R Block, or any other tax filing company. It also shows that even the United States government is not immune from scams. ![]() This feature has since been restored, but it just shows how popular these scams are. This occurred on such a large scale that year the IRS briefly suspended the pin system. In 2016 alone thousands of IRS pins were fraudulently requested by scammers. You will then have to provide further proof of your identity. This will delay any refund you may receive and cause extra aggravation on your part. ![]() If you try to submit your taxes after a scammer already has, your return will be flagged by the IRS. This is important because every year the IRS identifies fraudulent tax returns. If someone else tried to submit a tax return pretending to be you, they would not be successful without the pin. When you file your taxes, you use the pin. If you lose or can’t remember the number, you will need to file a paper return.Īs alluded to before, your Identity Protection PIN is like a secret password known only by you and the IRS. If you have an IP Pin, you will need to use it if you want to e-file. When in doubt, you can always call the IRS at 1 80. Not sure if you already have an IRS pin assigned to you? Chances are you would know if you did. While they are intended for confirmed victims of identity theft, starting 2021 anyone can request one. If you are wondering if everyone gets one, the IRS does not automatically distribute them. Not everyone needs an Identity Protection pin. CP01A Form mailed by IRS that includes IP Pins Why do I need a PIN from the IRS? When looking around at your documents for your pin and come across any other combination, keep looking. Also, make sure the pin you have is all numbers and there are no letters. If you have a five-digit code, it’s either not a valid pin provided by the IRS, or you are missing a number. Some people are under the mistaken belief these pins are 5 digits. To learn some ways to avoid having your SSN fall into the wrong hands, read my article about Social Security contacting you by phone. They do this by first stealing your Social Security Number (SSN). Every year at the beginning of tax season, scammers file fraudulent tax returns. They use them to make sure that when they receive a tax return, it is actually coming from you. An Identity Protection PIN (IP Pin) is a six-digit code used by the IRS to confirm your identity.
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