Nonetheless, here’s a more direct link: In the middle of this page, there’s a blue box that says, “View your account.” Click on the link and you’ll see a “Sign Up” section to create an account. But be forewarned: It may take a week or two before you can complete the process.

How do I get my IRS activation code?

Receive an activation code by mail You can register for online services without a mobile phone: Follow the steps to register for an online services account. In the step for mobile phone verification, select ‘Receive an activation code by postal mail.’ Allow 10 business days for the code to arrive by mail.

Is the IRS mailing activation codes?

There is an option to receive an activation code by mail. This option will allow you to receive an activation code within five to 10 business days, return to Secure Access and complete the process by entering any US-based phone number to receive the code via a SMS text message or a voice call.

How to register for secure access to the IRS?

Find out how to register with Secure Access to use IRS self-help tax tools like Get Transcript, Get an IP PIN, e-Services and View Your Account. An IRS online services account lets you access most tax tools with the same username and password. If you can’t register online, search Tools to find out if an offline option is available for …

How to get the IRS assigned you an IP pin?

Get the latest info You have been assigned an identity protection personal identification number (IP PIN) to use when filing your tax return for the tax year shown on the notice. Type of notice: Account information or change You notified the IRS of your identity theft and an ID theft indicator was placed on your account.

Can a client sign up for an IRS online account?

To set up an online account, the IRS does require some basic US financial account information to do a soft inquiry for verification. If your client doesn’t have any, my understanding is that there is no way she will be able to register for an account.

What to do if you cannot access your IRS account?

If you are an existing e-Services user and you cannot successfully authenticate online, you have an option called exception processing by phone. You may call the IRS and a customer service representative will ask a series of questions related to your current and prior year tax return information including income information documents.