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Need help understanding IP PIN for dependent child - Urgent filing question

Really confused about this IP PIN situation for my child. Can't file because apparently I need one but I never got anything in the mail. What exactly is this for and why do I suddenly need it? Getting frustrated because I need to file ASAP!

Gemma Andrews

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An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a 6-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers to help prevent fraudulent returns being filed with their SSN. If your child had one assigned, it means either you requested it or the IRS assigned it for security. You'll need to retrieve it through the Get IP PIN tool on IRS.gov or call the IRS Identity Protection Unit at 800-908-4490.

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Lena Schultz

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omg thank you! but the online tool keeps giving me an error 😫 guess ill have to call

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Gemma Andrews

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Yeah the online tool can be finicky. Call early in the morning to avoid long wait times!

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Pedro Sawyer

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Mae Bennett

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Is this legit? Sounds too good to be true 🤔

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Pedro Sawyer

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Mae Bennett

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stuck in the same boat rn... been on hold with irs for 2 hours 🤮

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Melina Haruko

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Did you check if someone claimed your child last year? Sometimes that triggers the IP PIN requirement

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Lena Schultz

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no way! its just me, always has been 😤

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pro tip: if u cant get thru on the main line try calling your local taxpayer advocate service. they usually pick up faster

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Reina Salazar

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This! TAS helped me with the same issue last month

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irs playing games with these pins fr fr 🤡

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Demi Lagos

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fr tho why they gotta make everything so complicated smh

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