E-filing status

[Wallyworld]

How do I get e-filing status for myself and two other taxpayers?  Those are the only returns I prepare each year.  Does Intuit Pro Connect have a way of applying for e-file, or do I have to go through the IRS?

[George4Tacks]

Your firm (could be just you as a sole proprietor) must get the EFIN from IRS. It is not a quick process, so get started soon. https://www.irs.gov/e-file-providers/become-an-authorized-e-file-provider

Each preparer must have a PTIN. https://www.irs.gov/tax-professionals/ptin-requirements-for-tax-return-preparers

Steps to get it online are in that link.

[qbteachmt]

Those two other taxpayers don't need any of this, if you prepare and file their returns. This function is for the Preparer, not the taxpayer. It's not a status. It's an authorization. Then, the returns you file will show status, because you were authorized to submit them as e-filing.

[George4Tacks]

I missed the taxpayer. Unlike TurboTax, ProConnect Tax Online is intended for professional tax preparers and in order to e-file, every customer would need their own EFIN.