What is the Practitioner PIN method?
The Practitioner PIN method is an additional electronic signature option for taxpayers who use an Authorized IRS e-file Provider to file their taxes electronically. Taxpayers using the Practitioner PIN method also use a five-digit PIN to sign their electronic tax return. Taxpayers choosing to use this method must complete Form 8879, IRS e-file Signature Authorization. Unlike the Self-Select PIN method, the Date of Birth and prior years Adjusted Gross Income or PIN are not required with the Practitioner PIN method. Please visit the IRS Web site at www.irs.gov/efile for additional information.
