What is the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum?
The IRS Nationwide Tax Forum is the marquee IRS outreach event to the tax professional community. Each of the five IRS forums is a three-day event providing tax professionals with the latest information on federal and state tax issues presented by experts from the IRS and its partner organizations through a variety of training seminars and workshops.
In additional to seminars, the forums also feature a two-day exhibit hall, special programs, focus groups, a case resolution program and more.
2025 program dates and registration info
Registration for the 2025 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums opens in March.
2025 locations and dates
| City, state | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | Hyatt Regency Chicago | July 1–3, 2025 |
| New Orleans, LA | Hyatt Regency New Orleans | August 5–7, 2025 |
| Orlando, FL | Hyatt Regency Orlando | August 26–28, 2025 |
| Baltimore, MD | Baltimore Convention Center | September 9–11, 2025 |
| San Diego, CA | Town and Country Resort | September 16–18, 2025 |
Forum highlights
IRS Nationwide Tax Forum seminars provide continuing education (CE) credit for enrolled agents (EA), certified public accountants (CPA), Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) participants and California Tax Education Council (CTEC) participants. Attendees need to understand and comply with the appropriate licensing agency's CE requirements. Attendance for the full 50 minutes of a presentation is required to receive one CE credit. The seminar schedule allows for a maximum of 19 credits that can be earned at each forum location.
Please note that participation in the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum no longer qualifies for certified financial planner (CFP) credits.
Dozens of exhibitors display a wide selection of products and services that can help enhance your business operations. The NTF Expo Hall hours are Tuesday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. While you’re there, visit the IRS Zone, where you can learn more about the transformation and digitalization of the IRS and share your perspective with IRS representatives.
Bring your toughest unresolved IRS case to the Case Resolution Room. IRS representatives with specialized expertise meet one-on-one with tax professionals. This service is by appointment only.
Enjoy good food and great company! Mix and mingle, reconnect with friends and colleagues, share best practices, or just relax and enjoy your time at our two networking events: the Welcome Reception on Tuesday and the Networking Reception on Wednesday.
The IRS Nationwide Tax Forum welcomes the participation of our association partners: the American Bar Association (ABA), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITC), the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA), the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), the National Society of Accountants (NSA), the National Society of Tax Professionals (NSTP) and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA).
Contact us
For questions about the Nationwide Tax Forums, send an email to taxforums@irs.gov
IRS Nationwide Tax Forums Online
The IRS Nationwide Tax Forums Online (NTFO) provides courses based on taped seminars from previous IRS Nationwide Tax Forums. NTFO courses may be taken for either CE credit or audit. Note: Registration for NTFO is separate from registration for the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum.