Get Irs W-12 2019

The IRS W-12 form is an essential document for individuals seeking to apply for or renew their Paid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). This guide will provide you with a clear and comprehensive approach to completing the W-12 form online, ensuring you understand each section and can submit your application accurately.

Follow the steps to complete the IRS W-12 form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin filling out section 1 by entering your first name, middle name (if applicable), and last name. Indicate whether this is an initial or renewal application by checking the appropriate box.
3. In section 2, enter the year of application/renewal and specify if your PTIN should be valid for the current calendar year or the next calendar year.
4. Fill out section 3 with your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
5. In section 4, provide your personal mailing address, including the city, state, and ZIP code, and include your phone number.
6. Proceed to section 5 to enter your business address if it differs from your personal mailing address. If applicable, include your domestic and international business phone numbers.
7. Answer the question in section 5b regarding self-employment or ownership in a tax preparation business. If applicable, provide the name of the business and your business identification numbers.
8. Enter your email address in section 6 for correspondence related to your application.
9. In section 7, indicate whether you have been convicted of a felony in the past 10 years and provide necessary details if applicable.
10. In section 8, enter the address used on your last U.S. individual income tax return, or check the box if you have never filed one.
11. For section 9, specify your filing status and the tax year of your last U.S. individual income tax return.
12. In section 10, confirm whether you are current on all federal taxes.
13. Acknowledge your responsibilities regarding data security in section 11 by checking the box.
14. Select any professional credentials you hold in section 12, ensuring to provide state abbreviations and other required details accurately.
15. Sign and date the form at the designated section, confirming that all information is correct and truthful.
16. Review your entries for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Complete your IRS W-12 form online today for a simplified application process.