About the Online Signature PIN

What is the Online Signature PIN?

The Online Signature PIN is a 10-digit designated PIN issued by the IRS used to sign employment tax returns electronically. The Online Signature PIN authenticates that you are the IRS authorized signer when the return is submitted to the IRS electronically. Authorized signers enter the 10-digit PIN in lieu of a “wet” or actual signature to sign electronically filed employment tax returns using IRS-approved software.

How to Apply for the Online Signature PIN:

• Confirm you do not already have an active Online Signature PIN. Only one active Online Signature PIN is permitted per Authorized Signer for each EIN. IRS will not process a duplicate application.
• On the signature page follow the prompts to complete the Online Signature PIN application form.
• Confirm the information is correct. Be sure the business, and authorized signer information entered matches what the IRS has on file for the EIN as IRS will use the information entered to review and approve your application.
• Submit the application to the IRS.

Next Steps After the Online Signature PIN Application has been submitted to the IRS:

• Once approved, IRS will send the IRS Authorized Signer via U.S. Mail a 10-digit PIN in a sealed and uncompromised envelope.
• It may take up to 45 days for IRS to mail the letter with instructions on how to activate your PIN.
• Sign the Statement of Receipt and return it to the IRS address shown within 10 business days from the date of the letter.
• The IRS cannot activate the Online Signature PIN until the signed Statement of Receipt has been returned, acknowledging that the PIN approval letter was received by the Authorized signer of the Online Signature PIN Registration.
• Use the Online Signature PIN to electronically sign Employment Tax Returns.

Issues with a Online Signature PIN: For assistance with these and any other issues or questions about the Online Signature PIN, contact the IRS E-help Desk at 866-255-0654 between Monday–Friday 6:30 a.m.– 6 p.m. Central Time:

• You know or suspect your PIN was compromised.
• Either the authorized signer or the business information has changed.
• Deactivate your PIN