The IRS announced today that PTIN renewals for the 2026 tax season are now open. The renewal fee is $18.75. (IR-2025-108)
Taxpayers can renew their PTINs at:
Starting this year, the IRS’s PTIN system now uses the ID.me secure sign-in process. Tax professionals who have a Social Security number will automatically be routed to ID.me for identify verification.
Anyone who prepares or assists in preparing federal tax returns or claims for refunds for compensation must have a valid PTIN and must include it on all returns and claims filed with the IRS.
Additionally, all Enrolled Agents, regardless of whether they prepare tax returns, must renew their PTINs annually to maintain their active status.
PTINs expire on December 31 of the calendar year for which they are issued, so tax professionals must renew their PTIN by December 31, 2025.
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