How to generate Form 8453 in ProConnect Tax

When to file

Electronic Return Originators (EROs) must mail Form 8453 within 3 business days after receiving acknowledgement that the IRS has accepted an e-filed tax return.

To generate Form 8453 automatically

ProConnect will automatically generate Form 8453 with the correct boxes selected when you make entries that suggest a paper attachment is required. For a list of supported paper attachments, view Form 8453.

To manually create Form 8453

1. Go to the Input Return tab.
2. Select General on the left-side menu.
3. Select e-file Signature Main Form.
4. Scroll to the Form 8453-Overrides section.
5. Select all of the applicable forms in Overrides.

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