 TITLE: What Is a Taxpayer Identity Protection PIN? CONTENT: How to Request an IP PIN\n------------------------\nIf you're a confirmed victim of tax-related identity theft, the IRS may have already assigned you an IP PIN. Or, if you're dealing with tax-related identity theft, the IRS may assign you an IP PIN once it resolves your case. In these situations, the IRS will mail your PIN on a CP01A notice, and will automatically mail you a new IP PIN each year, around December or January.\nIf you're voluntarily requesting an IP PIN, the easiest and fastest way to do so is to use the IRS' online Get an IP PIN tool. You'll either create or use your existing IRS.gov account, and then verify your identity by sharing:\n*   Your email, tax identification number and mailing address\n*   Your tax filing status\n*   A financial account number that's linked to your name, such as a credit card, student loan, mortgage or auto loan\n*   An activation code that's mailed to you or sent to a mobile phone that's registered to your name\nIf you use the online tool, you can receive your IP PIN as soon as you complete the verification process. The IP PIN will be valid for the current calendar year; you'll need to request a new one the following year.\nIf you can't use the online tool and your adjusted gross income is less than $72,001, you can submit a request by mail. With this option, the IRS won't mail you an IP PIN until next year, but it will automatically mail you a new one each year.\nAnother option is to make an in-person appointment at an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center and bring two forms of identification, including a government-issued ID with your picture. After verifying your identity, the IRS will mail you your IP PIN within a few weeks and automatically mail you new IP PINs in the future. END