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14.1 Electronic Filing (e-file): Age/Name/SSN Rejects, Errors, Correction Procedures

What software is approved for IRS e-file?

The IRS does not endorse or approve software. You may want to consider IRS e-file by filing through an Authorized IRS e-file Provider. To learn more, refer to our Electronic Services information.

How can I participate as an electronic filing Provider?

To participate in the e-file program, you must first choose the Authorized IRS e-file options that are best for you. An Authorized IRS e-file Provider can be an Electronic Return Originator, Intermediate Service Provider, Transmitter, Reporting Agent or Software Developer. For details refer to e-file Providers Web Page, Form 8633 (PDF), Application to Participate in the IRS e-file Program Publication 1345 (PDF),Handbook for Authorized IRS E-File Providers Individual Income Tax Returns, and Publication 1346 (PDF), Electronic Return File Specifications and Record Layouts for Individual Income Tax Returns


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