A1: The IRS IP PIN is a 6-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse of their Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns. A new IP PIN will be generated each year. This includes current year returns as well as any delinquent tax returns.

How do I get my taxpayer identity protection pin?

From the Main Menu of the Tax Return (Form 1040) select:

1. Personal Information.
2. Name & Address.
3. Identity Protection Pin – Enter the 6 digit PIN provided by the IRS. The PIN will print at the. bottom of page 2 of Form 1040 in the grey shaded area to the right of the Spouse’s occupation box.

How to get an identity protection pin from the IRS?

Get An Identity Protection PIN | Internal Revenue Service Get An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number.

Do you need a pin to file a tax return?

When you e-file your tax return, an IRS PIN takes the place of your pen and ink signature, and verifies your identity to the IRS. However, due to attempted hackings, the IRS no longer issues PINs. That being said, you can still self-select a PIN and, in some cases, get an IRS-issued Identity Protected PIN.

What do I need to know about my Virginia tax pin?

Your PIN is for filing your Virginia tax return only. Do not use your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) issued by the IRS on your Virginia tax return. Never share your PIN with anyone other than a tax professional filing your return.

What kind of IRS pin do I need for 2017?

Cyber attacks led to the IRS changing their PIN system beginning with the 2017 tax year. But if you used a self-selected PIN for your 2016 filing and still have it, you can use it again to e-file for 2017. The only other type of PIN that works for the 2017 tax year is an IP PIN that was given to you by the IRS.