IRS trims PTIN fee as renewal season approaches

October 2, 2025

The IRS on Monday, Sept. 29, issued interim final regulations and proposed regulations that reduce the fee to apply for or renew a preparer tax identification number (PTIN) to $10 from $11.

With the addition of a third-party contractor fee of $8.75, the total annual fee to apply for or renew a PTIN will be $18.75.

Anyone who prepares or assists in the preparation of a federal tax return or claim for refund for compensation must have a valid PTIN to use as their identifying number on any return or claim for refund filed with the IRS.

PTIN renewals begin mid-October each year for the following year. PTINs expire on Dec. 31 of the calendar year for which they are issued. Read more.

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