IRS Credentialing Assistance

PTIN · EFIN · Step-by-step guidance from IRS.gov

$19.75

Annual Fee

Immediate

Processing

Dec 31

Renewal Deadline

IRC §6109

Legal Authority

1

Create an IRS e-Services Account

15 minFreeIRS.gov/PTIN

Go to IRS.gov → Tax Professionals → e-Services
Click 'Create Account' and complete identity verification
You will need: SSN, date of birth, filing status, address from last tax return
IRS uses ID.me for identity verification — have a government-issued photo ID ready
Verify your identity via video call or selfie with ID
Once verified, access the PTIN System from your e-Services dashboard

2

Complete the PTIN Application (Form W-12)

20 min$19.75 (2025)IRC §6109(a)(4); Treas. Reg. §1.6109-2

3

Receive Your PTIN

Immediate (online)IncludedIRC §6109(a)(4)

4

Annual PTIN Renewal

10 min$19.75/yearIRC §6695; Treas. Reg. §1.6109-2(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

IRS Contact Information

PTIN Helpline

1-877-613-PTIN (7846)

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm ET

e-Help Desk (EFIN)

1-866-255-0654

Mon-Fri 6:30am-6pm CT

IRS.gov Resources

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