- From the side bar menu, select "Federal".
- Go to "Other tax situations".
- Select the drop down arrow next to the "Other Return Info" section.
- Hit the "Start" button.
- On the "Identity Protection PIN" screen, click and answer "Yes".
- Select "Add" to move forward.
- Enter your IP PIN in the space provided.
- Click "Save" to complete the action.
How to Find IP Pin in TurboTax
📌 Why this matters
Adding your IP PIN correctly prevents the IRS from rejecting your tax return due to identity verification failures. Without it properly entered, your e-filing will bounce back, forcing you to mail a paper return that takes months longer to process and delays your refund. The IRS issues IP PINs specifically to taxpayers who've experienced identity theft or are at high risk, so entering it signals to their systems that you're the legitimate filer, not someone attempting to file fraudulently using your stolen information.
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