Self Select PIN

Nlock — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:13:32 GMT

I prepare my joint return plus a return for each of my two grandsons using TurboTax. I have never e-filed. How do I obtain a Self Select Pin for each of us? Is this an automatic request to "make up" a number when you select the e-file method of transmitting the return?

Re: Self Select PIN

DianeW777 — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:37:23 GMT

Yes, you decide the number to use.

The Self-Select PIN Method ( Personal Identification Number ) is one option for taxpayers to use when signing their electronic Form 1040 and Form 4868. The PIN is any five numbers (except all zeros) the taxpayer chooses to enter as their electronic signature. Taxpayers are required to use a PIN when they file an electronic tax return using an Electronic Return Originator (ERO) or commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) tax preparation software.

For more information you can use this link: IRS Self Select PIN

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