I called irs. I need the 6 numbers.

williamsd717 · ‎February 17, 2026

xmasbaby0

IDENTITY PIN

https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/retrieve-your-ip-pin

If you have a 6 digit PIN issued to you by the IRS you need to enter it in order to e-file. Go to Federal>Other Tax Situations>Other Return Info>Identity Protection PIN and enter the six-digit PIN.

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AnnetteB6

If you are referring to the IP PIN, then you will need a new one every year. Please take a look at the following IRS information about how to obtain your IP PIN once you have enrolled to get one. The PIN can be obtained online or in person.

Get an identity protection PIN (IP PIN)

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