| Updated: |
8/3/2009 |
| Description: |
Tax Preparers prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. They may work in an office or established tax return firm. They do not have the background or responsibilities of an accredited accountant or Certified Public Accountant and they must work under the direction of a Tax Consultant or Certified Public Accountant.
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| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 673.605 to .990
OAR 800
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| Duration: |
Annual |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Examination: $50.
Original License: $80.
Renewal: $80 yearly. |
| Responsible Agency: |
Tax Practitioners Board |
| Examination Information: |
Exam Time: December, other wise by appointment through community colleges statewide.
Exam Locs: Salem
Exam Pass: 75 percent or higher.
Exam Repeat: Retake as necessary.
Examinations & Education |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
30 clock-hours of acceptable education during the license year. |
| Prerequisites: |
1. Be at least 18 years old.
2. Be a high school graduate or have a GED.
3. Successfully complete Board-approved 80-class-hour course on basic tax law.
4. Pass Board exam on basic tax law and practice. |
| Application Form: |
Tax preparer application |
| Service Links: |
 General Information Booklet
 Oregon Board of Tax Practitioners Search
 Tax Preparer Application for Initial Licensure
Tax Preparer Examination Application
Tax Preparer Renewal Application
Agency Contact Information
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| Additional Information: |
Licensee information |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Tax Practitioners Board |
| E-mail Address: |
tax.bd@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-378-4034
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| Mail Address: |
Oregon State Board of Tax Practitioners
3218 Pringle SE #120
Salem, OR 97302
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| Website Information: |
http://egov.oregon.gov/OTPB/ |
