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Question: How do I register for a PTIN for the first time?
Answer: First, you must create an account. Go to the online PTIN system and click on "Create An Account” and follow the system prompts.
Once you have verified your identity, you can select “Register for a PTIN."
If you do not have a Social Security number, refer to the PTIN FAQs for guidance regarding your eligibility for a PTIN and how to obtain one.
Note: PTINs are issued by calendar year not tax year. PTIN applications for next year can generally be submitted beginning in mid-October each year.