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Level 1
January 23, 2023
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I have a Federal IP PIN and am the primary name listed on the tax return. Does my spouse also need a Federal IP PIN in order for me to file our tax return?

  • January 23, 2023
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Best answer by JamesG1

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A spouse is not required to have a Federal IP PIN on a joint tax return.  This IRS FAQ states:

 

  • Every taxpayer who receives an IP PIN must enter it on the return. This includes the primary taxpayer, spouse, and dependent.
  • If only one taxpayer receives an IP PIN, enter it with that taxpayer's Social Security number (SSN).
  • If both taxpayers receive an IP PIN, both taxpayers must enter the IP PIN with their SSNs.

See also this IRS information.

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JamesG1Answer
Level 15
January 23, 2023

Expert Reviewed

A spouse is not required to have a Federal IP PIN on a joint tax return.  This IRS FAQ states:

 

  • Every taxpayer who receives an IP PIN must enter it on the return. This includes the primary taxpayer, spouse, and dependent.
  • If only one taxpayer receives an IP PIN, enter it with that taxpayer's Social Security number (SSN).
  • If both taxpayers receive an IP PIN, both taxpayers must enter the IP PIN with their SSNs.

See also this IRS information.

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Level 2
February 6, 2025

I have an ip pin, does my wife need one also

Level 11
February 6, 2025

You don't need to enter an IP PIN for your wife unless she's been assigned one. It's not required for her to have one.

 

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