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International Special Enrollment Examination scheduling and testing delayed
Scheduling and testing for international candidates is temporarily delayed. Scheduling was expected to begin on Sept. 1, 2026, with testing beginning Sept. 2, 2026. New start dates have not yet been determined.
Candidates with exam parts that may expire under the three-year carryover period will receive additional time because of the delay. Please check the PSI website and IRS.gov for updates as more information becomes available.
New webform now available for Office of Enrollment inquiries
As part of ongoing improvements to the Enrolled Agent Program, a new online webform is available for submitting inquiries and requests. The webform launched July 27, 2026, and provides a secure and consistent way to contact the Office of Enrollment.
The Enrolled Agent Program will soon stop accepting inquiries through its mailbox. Users should begin submitting inquiries through the new webform now. Using the webform will help ensure requests are routed to the appropriate office, tracked and responded to in a timely manner.
We will provide additional information before the email mailbox is discontinued. To submit an inquiry, use the Contact the Office of Enrollment webform on IRS.gov.
New Testing Vendor Selected for IRS Special Enrollment Exam Starting in 2026
Effective March 1, 2026, the IRS EA-SEE is no longer developed and administered by Prometric, LLC. The IRS has contracted with PSI Services, LLC to develop and administer the IRS EA-SEE test.
PSI is a global leader in testing solutions with more than 550 high-security test centers across the U.S., and extensive experience delivering secure, technology driven exams. PSI will administer the EA-SEE in accordance with the high standards required for the Enrolled Agent credential.
Registration and scheduling for the 2026 EA-SEE test cycle are now open. Candidates may register and schedule their exams through the PSI Services website.
Testing availability is expected to begin rolling out starting July 1, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to check back regularly for updates and additional information related to the 2026 testing cycle.
Annual enrollment renewal application period for EAs
The 2027 Enrollment Renewal Application Period is open from Oct. 1, 2026, through Jan. 31, 2027. Per U.S. Treasury Department Circular No. 230 (Rev. 6-2014) PDF, you are required to renew your EA status during this timeframe if your SSN ends in 7, 8, 9, or no SSN. Without renewal your current enrollment will expire on March 31, 2027.
You may submit your enrollment renewal application and payment directly online through Pay.gov.
To renew you must:
- Have an active preparer tax identification number (PTIN).
- Each year, you should complete a minimum of 16 hours of continuing education (CE) which must include 2 hours of ethics; you must complete a total of 72* hours during your three-year enrollment cycle. Exception: If this is your first renewal, you must complete 2 hours of CE for each month of your enrollment, including 2 hours of ethics each year. If you do not have the required number of CE hours, your application will not be processed. You can verify your CE hours by logging into your online PTIN account.
- Pay the non-refundable renewal fee. This fee applies regardless of your enrollment status.
To ensure your application is processed as quickly as possible:
- Do not submit your application prior to Oct. 1, 2026.
- Accurately complete the CE table in Part 1 of Form 8554; all CE credits will be verified at the point of renewal. If your CE hours cannot be verified, your application will be delayed until we’re able to confirm you’ve completed the required number of CE hours.
- Sign and date your form in Part 3.
Please allow 90 days for processing before calling 855-472-5540 to check on the status of your application. Applications are processed in the order received.
* Renewal requirement is 66 qualifying CE hours and 6 hours in ethics (2 Ethics hours per year) for a total of 72 hours for your three-year cycle (2023-2025).