The IRS IP PIN
is a 6-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse
of their Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns.
An IP PIN helps us verify a taxpayer’s
identity and accept their electronic or paper tax return. When you have an IP
PIN, it prevents someone else from filing a tax return with your SSN.
If a return is e-filed
with your SSN and an incorrect or missing IP PIN, our system will reject it
until you submit it with the correct IP PIN or you file on paper. If the same
conditions occur on a paper filed return, we will delay its processing and any
refund you may be due for your protection while we determine if it’s yours. You're
eligible for an IP PIN if:
https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/the-identity-protection-pin-ip-pin
Why did I
receive an IP PIN?
Our records show you were previously the
victim of identity theft; or you were identified by the IRS as a possible
victim of tax-related identity theft; or you participated in the pilot program for residents of Florida, Georgia or the District
of Columbia. We use this IP PIN to authenticate your identity when you file
current and delinquent form 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ or 1040 PR/SS tax returns
during the current calendar year.
Please see below for
more information:
https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-identity-protect...
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