How to Get Your PTIN for Tax Preparers

If you are a new tax preparer, you need to get your Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) before taking on tax work. It’s the first step in your tax career.

Watch this video to know what the PTIN is, why it’s important, and how to get one. Also, know the differences between a PTIN and an EFIN. All of which are required in a tax preparation business.

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[ochicoloto]

Nice video. PTIN, EFIN, LLC, TRAINING. which of these is a dependent for the other? I want to be a sole proprietor. Can I apply EFIN now before creating my LLC later?

[frednajah]

do you need a ptin to prepare 941x form

[Hoodtalk]

Hello sir, I don’t have personal tax return paper how do I apply for PTIN number

[artibhardwaj]

I forgot to save my ptin no.. How to check??

[sanganiraju]

Hi. I am raju from India. I want to write EA ( SEE ) exam. I don't have ssn number. How can I apply for PTIN as a foreigner to write EA exam. Please help me. thanks.

[chandrakanth]

Does Business information is mandatory to get a Ptin

[swasanch]

please tell us about how to apply for PTIN without SSN?