Contact the IRS Return Preparer Program
PTIN Related Questions:
Primary Toll-Free: 877-613-PTIN (7846)
TTY: 877-613-3686
Toll Number for International Callers: +1 915-342-5655
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CST)
Scheduling for the IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer Test:
Primary Toll-Free: 855-IRS-EXAM (477-3926)
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)
Note: This line only answers questions regarding the RTRP test.
Scheduling for the IRS Special Enrollment Examination (to become an Enrolled Agent):
Primary Toll-Free: 1-800-306-3926
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (ET)
Note: This line only answers questions regarding the SEE.
Questions about becoming an IRS Continuing Education Provider:
Primary Toll Free: 1-855-296-3150
Toll Number for International Callers: +1 202-499-5606
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)
Note: This line only answers questions about becoming an IRS CE Provider.