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e-file Resources for Providers and ERO's

 


Application Information
Apply to participate in IRS e-file in three easy steps and see Frequently Asked Questions about the application process.

Advertising/Promotion Publications
Check out the latest version of the e-file Marketing Tool Kit - designed to help promote e-file services to your clients. Includes the 2008 Refund Cycle Chart.

Signature Alternatives using the Self-Select and Practitioner PIN Methods
Information on the PIN methods of signing tax returns and links to answers about PIN-related questions, including information on Forms 8878 and 8879.

IRS e-file Partnership Opportunities
Find out how you can partner with the IRS to expand the IRS e-file program.

Subscription Services

Authorized e-file Provider Locator Service for Tax Professionals
This service allows you to identify and locate Electronic Return Originators (EROs), transmitters, software developers, and Intermediate Service Providers through interactive database searches.

QuickAlerts: An e-file Benefit for ERO's
Never miss another important e-file message with QuickAlerts! Calling all ERO's, software developers and transmitters! Did you know the IRS has a free messaging system that provides e-file information and notification of processing delays within moments of when they occur?

Toll-Free Number for e-Help
Centralized toll free number for the IRS e-Help desk is available. e-Help desk assistors are ready to respond to questions and issues concerning e-products.

Reporting Fraud and Abuse Within the IRS e-file Program
You should report fraudulent or abusive returns, including those with questionable Forms W-2

Your State e-file Coordinator
Your clients can take advantage of filing their federal and state income tax returns at the same time. The Federal and State e-file Program will make your client relationships stronger and save you time and money.

IRS e-file Library
Publications, documents and electronic resources to help promote e-file services to your clients.

e-services
A suite of Web-based products that allows tax professionals and payers to do business with the IRS electronically.
 

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