6 vs 5 digit PIN

[frankfwg]

I've selected Search in TT and followed the instructions to enter a 6 digit  IRS PIN, which I did, but when I go to file my return, TT only allows me to enter 5 digits as valid. Whats the solution? And why is there not an option under file to enter either. Still unable to E-file a return. A lot of posts on this topic, but not a solution that works.

[xmasbaby0]

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.

[DoninGA]

The 5 digit PIN is a self-selected PIN for e-filing the tax return.  It has nothing to do with the 6 digit Identity Protection PIN you received from the IRS.  You need to have your IP PIN entered and you need to enter the 2023 AGI for your electronic signature.

[GGGGary554]

Does this mean I leave the 5 digit PIN box blank, or does it not matter what's entered there?  Thanks

[DoninGA]

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@GGGGary554 wrote:

Does this mean I leave the 5 digit PIN box blank, or does it not matter what's entered there?  Thanks

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No, you cannot leave the 5 digit e-file PIN box empty.  TurboTax requires that you enter any 5 digit number in that box so the tax return can be e-filed.