I efiled 2017 federal taxes but it was rejected because of no pin number for 2016 taxes. I didn't have to file 2016 taxes ?

lorettawebbie · ‎June 6, 2019

What can I do?

JamesALO · ‎June 6, 2019

An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a 6-digit number that the IRS gives taxpayers who were victims of tax-related identity theft.

The IP PIN validates a Social Security number's true owner and prevents future tax fraud. Most taxpayers don't need one.

Please see the following TurboTax FAQ on how to get your 6 digit ID Pin:

JamesALO · ‎June 6, 2019

An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a 6-digit number that the IRS gives taxpayers who were victims of tax-related identity theft.

The IP PIN validates a Social Security number's true owner and prevents future tax fraud. Most taxpayers don't need one.

Please see the following TurboTax FAQ on how to get your 6 digit ID Pin:

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