About Form 8878, IRS e-file Signature Authorization for Form 4868 or Form 2350

Complete Form 8878 when:

  • Form 4868 is filed using the Practitioner PIN method.
  • The taxpayer authorizes the electronic return originator (ERO) to enter or generate the taxpayer’s personal identification number (PIN) on Form 4868 or Form 2350.

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