The Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) is a six-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse of their Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns.
How to set up a pin for the first time?
How to Set Up a PIN for the First Time. Go to and select. New users, select. Register Now. Complete these fields to create your log‐in credentials and establish a security question. Select. Next to continue NOTE – Use caution when entering your Social Security number.
When to opt in to the IP pin program?
Starting in 2021, you may voluntarily opt into the IP PIN program as a proactive way to protect yourself from tax-related identity theft. If you want to opt in, please note: You must pass a rigorous identity verification process. Spouses and dependents are eligible for an IP PIN if they can pass the identity proofing process.
How to get your IP pin in Hawaii?
Follow the prompts to get your current IP PIN. If you’re unable to retrieve your IP PIN online, you may call us at 800-908-4490 for specialized assistance, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. your local time (Alaska & Hawaii follow Pacific Time), to have your IP PIN reissued to you.
How do I obtain an IP pin for my minor?
The IRS Identity Protection (IP) PIN is a six-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent the misuse of their Social Security number on fraudulent federal income tax returns. You can use the IRS online tool Get an IP PIN to obtain an IP PIN for your dependent.
What do you need to know about the IRS IP pin?
The IP-PIN is assigned in the form of a six-digit number, e.g. 123456, by the IRS to qualifying taxpayers as protection of their social security number not being used fraudulently or by mistake on their 2020 Income Tax Returns.
How do I get my 6-digit IP pin?
If you know you need an IP PIN to file your taxes and you lost your CP01A letter (or never received it), you can: Call the IRS at 1-800-908-4490 to have your IP PIN mailed to you (this can take up to 21 days) We’re unable to issue IP PINs and you won’t find them on your tax paperwork.