Can I Avoid Having to File Anything on Paper?
It’s now possible to file a completely paperless return, right down to your signature. You can use a self-selected Personal Identification Number (PIN) just as you would at a bank ATM. The PIN is your electronic signature. The number of forms that must be signed and mailed on paper goes down every year. If you want more information about a particular form or about the whole process, review the information on the IRS Web page, e-file Using a Computer.
Yes, in most cases. This area of electronic filing is still evolving, but you can generally file your return without any paper. You use a self-selected Personal Identification Number (PIN) just as you do at a bank ATM. This PIN is used as your electronic signature. To use this program you must: • Be over 15 years of age • Not file certain documents requiring signatures (such as Form 1045 or Form 8332) with the return • Meet certain citizenship or alien status requirements The number of forms that must be signed and mailed on paper goes down every year. If you want more information about a particular form or about the whole process, review the information on the IRS Web page E-file Using a Computer.
