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The document is the California e-file Signature Authorization form (FTB 8879) for the tax year 2017, which allows individuals to authorize their electronic return originator (ERO) to file their income tax return electronically. It includes sections for taxpayer information, tax return details, and declarations regarding the accuracy of the provided information. The form also covers authorization for electronic funds withdrawal and direct deposit of refunds.

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Who fills out form 8879?

Taxpayers and the ERO representative must always complete and sign Form 8879 or Form 8878 for the Practitioner PIN method of electronic signature. EROs must also sign with a PIN.

How do I get an 8879 form?

Your tax professional will typically prepare the form for you as part of their tax preparation services. Once your tax return is ready for review, your tax preparer will present you with Form 8879 to capture your authorization to e-file.

Why am I signing at 8879 form in California?

By signing this form, the taxpayer authorizes the electronic return originator (ERO) to enter the taxpayers personal identification number (PIN) on his or her 2022 e-filed California individual income tax return. This is a one-time authorization applicable only to this specific tax return.

Who do I send form 8879 to?

Form 8879 does not need to be mailed to the IRS, but instead is retained by the ERO.

Does California have an e-file authorization form?

If the taxpayer is signing the e-filed return using a PIN, use Form 8879, California e-file Signature Authorization for Individuals. If by handwritten signature, use Form 8453, California e-file Return Authorization for Individuals.

Who files 8879 corp?

A corporate officer and an electronic return originator (ERO) use Form 8879-CORP when the corporate officer wants to use a personal identification number (PIN) to electronically sign a corporations electronic income tax return and, if applicable, consent to electronic funds withdrawal.

Who signs as the ERO on a tax return?

An ERO can be the same person or entity as the preparer or they can be different. The person filing electronic returns using UltraTax CS is the ERO.

Who should file form 8879?

Form 8879 is the declaration document and signature authorization for an e-filed return filed by an electronic return originator (ERO). Complete this form when: The Practitioner PIN method is used.

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