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This identity verification process applies to IRS services including Online Account, Get Transcript Online, Online Payment Agreement, Get an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN), Tax Pro Account, e-Services, and Submit Forms 2848 and 8821 Online.
How do I verify my identity? The IRS offers multiple ways to verify your identity with ID.me. You can use either a self-service process that requires a photo of a government ID and selfie, or a live call with an ID.me video chat agent that doesn’t require biometric data.
To verify their identity with ID.me, taxpayers will need to: Provide a photo of a driver's license, state ID or passport. Take a selfie using a smartphone or a computer with a webcam. Once their identity is verified, they can securely access IRS online services. See our Fact Sheet on the new identity verification process for more information.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) works with ID.me, a technology provider, to provide authentication and identity verification for taxpayers and tax professionals accessing IRS applications. Proving your identity involves uploading government documents, taking a video selfie, and filling out personal information.
As an IRS technology provider, ID.me offers secure and convenient identity verification options. Members can choose between self-service or a video call with a live agent. Both options meet the required government standards for accessing online government services.
Set Up an Online Account. Your IRS online account is a simple and secure way to access your tax records, make and view payments and more. If you are a new user, you will have to set up your account and verify your identity using ID.me.
The IRS offers only two ways to verify your identity: online at the IRS Identity Verification Service website. by phone at the toll-free number listed on your 5071C Letter. Only those who receive a 5071C Letter should use the verification system. The letters are sent to you via U.S. mail.