How to get IP pin

lorrainterr · ‎January 27, 2026

How to get IP pin

xmasbaby0

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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SharonD007

An IP PIN (Identity Protection PIN) which is a 6-digit number that the IRS provides to taxpayers to validate their identity, you will need to contact the IRS.

Refer to the following TurboTax Help articles What's an IP PIN? Do I need one? and How do I get my 6-digit IP PIN?

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