 TITLE: What Is a Taxpayer Identity Protection PIN? CONTENT: Should You Get a Tax IP PIN?\n----------------------------\nAlthough tax identity theft isn't as common as other types of identity theft, it can be a hassle to deal with. Requesting an IP PIN is a free way to help protect yourself. However, before you sign up, remember that:\n*   Once you're assigned an IP PIN, you have to use it or your tax return won't be accepted and processed.\n*   You may also have to request a new IP PIN each year going forward to avoid having your return rejected. There is, however, a plan to let taxpayers who have IP PINs opt out starting in 2022.\nIf your filing status is married filing jointly or you claim dependents, you don't need to request an IP PIN for everyone on your return. But if your spouse or dependents have been assigned an IP PIN, you'll want to list it or your return could be rejected.\nIf you lose your IP PIN, you may be able to retrieve it using the same online IRS Get an IP PIN tool. Alternatively, you may be able to get your IP PIN reissued by calling the IRS, but it could take a few weeks to receive your new IP PIN in the mail. END