How do I renew my EFIN number?

The firm must call the e-help Desk at 1-866-255-0654 to request a new EFIN.

How do I find my EFIN?

Steps I Took to Find My EFIN Number

1. Visit the IRS website at and click the for Tax Pros link at the top of the page.
2. Click the Access e-Services link on the left navigation pane.
3. Click the Login button to open the e-services login page.

Does EFIN number expire?

Once you’re issued an Electronic Filing Identification Number (EFIN), it doesn’t expire. Your EFIN number covers you and anyone working at your tax preparation firm.

How long does it take to get a EFIN number?

about 45 days
The EFIN process typically takes about 45 days, so be sure to get started well in advance of tax season.

How to contact the IRS about your efin?

Contact the e-help desk at 866-255-0654 (6:30 AM to 6 PM CT) to find out additional information or visit Information for IRS e-file Providers on IRS.gov if you have questions or concerns in regards to your EFIN. A few examples may be: Report a possible compromised EFIN You haven’t used your EFIN in the last 2 years

How long does it take to get an efin number?

I applied for an efin number, during the process I had to submit my fingerprint. According to the irs website my application is still pending, but I’ve been assigned an efin number.. 2 weeks later… Same thing happened to me.

What should I do if my efin is compromised?

If an EFIN is compromised, we will attempt to contact the firm, inactivate the EFIN, issue a new EFIN and notify the firm in writing. What actions does the IRS take if there is unauthorized use of an EFIN? We will review the situation to determine if further action is needed such as a fraud referral.

Is it bad to file a false efin application?

Unless you are actually moving location, they are basically telling you to file a false application just so they don’t have to deal with a correction! That’s nuts. The situation is even worse when you consider how nutty the idea of ‘expired’ fingerprints is. I agree, it is stupid.