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California tax form 8879 2017-2025

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The document is the California e-file Signature Authorization form (FTB 8879) for individuals filing their 2017 tax returns. It includes sections for taxpayer information, tax return details, and declarations regarding the accuracy of the return. Taxpayers authorize electronic submission and funds withdrawal, and provide personal identification numbers (PINs) as signatures for their e-filed returns.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the California tax form 8879 2017 in the editor.
Begin by entering your name and Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) in the designated fields.
Next, input your spouse’s or Registered Domestic Partner’s (RDP’s) name and SSN or ITIN if applicable.
In Part I, provide your California Adjusted Gross Income, amount owed, and any refund due. Ensure all amounts are entered in whole dollars only.
Proceed to Part II where you will declare and authorize your electronic signature. Choose whether to authorize someone else to enter your PIN or if you will enter it yourself.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy before saving your completed form. Remember, do not mail this form to the FTB.

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Where can I find form 8879?

Obtain Form IRS 8879 from the IRS website or your tax preparation software. Complete your tax return first, as the IRS 8879 must align with it. Enter the taxpayers name, Social Security number (SSN), and the tax year at the top of the form.

What is an 8879 tax form used for?

Whats New. Form 8879 is used to authorize the electronic filing (e-file) of original and amended returns. Use this Form 8879 (Rev. January 2021) to authorize e-file of your Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-SS, or 1040- X, for tax years beginning with 2019.

Can I use form 8879 as proof of income?

California e-file Signature Authorization for Fiduciaries This is a one-time authorization tied to this specific tax return. Form FTB 8879-FID does not serve as proof of filing your income tax return; the e-file acknowledgement containing the date of acceptance for the accepted tax return is that proof.

Is form 8879 federal or state?

While some states use the Federal 8879 for e-file with individual returns, some states have their own E-File Authorization form. Below is a listing of each of the states that have their own signature form, as well as if the specific state uses the Federal 8879 in addition to signing the return itself.

Whats the difference between a 1040 and 8879?

Form 8879 is used for Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return; Form 8879-PE, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1065; Form 8879-C, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1120;and Form 8879-S, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1120S.

What is California form 8879?

Form FTB 8879, California e-file Signature Authorization for Individuals, must be completed when an individual e-file tax return is being signed using the Practitioner PIN method.

What is the penalty for not filing 8879?

IRS Penalties for E-Filing Without Signed Authorization Failure to submit a signed Form 8879 can result in penalties. Typically, the Electronic Return Originator (ERO) may face fines ranging from $50 to $500 per return.

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