PTIN Application Process

Now that you have created your account, you can apply for your PTIN.  You will complete the online application by providing personal information, information about your previous year’s tax return, professional credentials, and more. The application will transfer you to the IRS partner bank where you will make your payment of $35.95 by credit/debit/ATM card or eCheck. After completion of the online application, your PTIN is provided online.

TIP: All PTIN correspondence is delivered through secure online messaging in your PTIN account. Use the most up-to-date email address when obtaining your PTIN to ensure that you receive our messages.

NOTE: Tax return information is required to authenticate your identity. If you filed your tax return in the past 8 weeks, please use a previous year’s individual tax return.

NOTE: Felony convictions and discrepancies with your federal tax obligations may affect your ability to obtain a PTIN