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Registered Tax Return Preparers

Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP) Information
What is a Registered Tax Return Preparer?

Become a Registered Tax Return Preparer
Follow these steps to become a Registered Tax Return Preparer.

Registered Tax Return Preparer Competency Test Information
Preparers who must take the RTRP test should schedule the exam as soon as possible. Need a test prep course? Choose a program from a list of IRS-approved CE providers.

Continuing Education for Tax Professionals
CE information for Registered Tax Return Preparers and CE Providers

Requirements for Tax Return Preparers: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about the new requirements for federal tax return preparers.

Contact the IRS Return Preparer Program
PTIN call center phone numbers.

Page Last Reviewed or Updated: 2012-08-16