Irs form 990 n electronic filing system 2025

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The IRS Form 990-N Electronic Filing System (e-Postcard) User Guide provides detailed instructions for organizations on how to register and file Form 990-N electronically. It outlines the necessary steps for both first-time and returning users, including registration requirements, login procedures, and troubleshooting tips for common technical issues. The guide emphasizes the importance of filing after the end of the tax year and offers guidance on managing submissions and understanding filing statuses.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Enter your contact information and select SEND CODE. Ensure you use only letters, numbers, or hyphens, limiting entries to 35 characters.
Check your email for a confirmation code. If not received, check your spam folder before proceeding.
Create a username and password on the 'Create Your User Profile' page. Use allowed characters and limit entries as specified.
Select MANAGE E-POSTCARD PROFILE to create a new Form 990-N electronic filing submission.
Choose either Exempt Organization or Preparer in the 'User Type' field based on your role.
Enter the EIN for the organization you’re filing for and click ADD EIN, then select CREATE NEW FILING.
Complete the 'Organization Details' page and click CONTINUE after filling out all required fields.
On the 'Contact Information' page, complete all fields and choose either SAVE FILING or SUBMIT FILING based on your readiness.
After submission, print the confirmation for your records before leaving the page.

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Is the IRS no longer accepting an e-file?

Tax year 2021 individual returns, including amended returns, wont be able to be e-filed during the shutdown. E-Filing for all 2021 business returns was shut down on December 26, 2024. Tax year 2022 and 2023 individual returns will not be able to be e-filed during the shut down but will resume on January 27, 2025.

What forms cannot be filed electronically?

Forms not eligible for e-filing Dual-Status Return or Dual-Status Statement. Form 56, Notice concerning fiduciary relationship. Form 433-F, Collection Information Statement. Form 8283, Noncash Charitable Contributions. Form 8873, Extraterritorial Income Exclusion. Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit.

Can Form 990-N be filed electronically?

Form 990-N, Electronic Notice (e-Postcard) for Tax-Exempt Organizations Not Required to File Form 990 or Form 990-EZ, is used by small, tax-exempt organizations for annual reporting and can only be submitted electronically.

Is Form 990 online free?

FREE to file Form 990/990-EZ for organizations with less than $100,000 in gross receipts.

What is the threshold for filing a 990-N?

Small nonprofits with less than $50,000 in annual revenue may usually file the 990-N, also known as the e-Postcard. (Some categories of nonprofits are not permitted to file the 990-N and must use another version of the form instead.)

Where can I find 990 filings online for nonprofits?

The 990 is a public document that you can search for on the websites for the Secretary of State or the Attorney General where the organization is incorporated. In addition, 990s are available from a variety of open source and subscription sources. You may also request them from an organization or from the IRS.

What is the difference between Form 990 and 990-N?

990 filing is much less confusing than it looks. All you need to know is that form 990-N means your company makes less than a certain amount in revenue, and thus theres less for you to fill out versus the other versions of the form. 990-N is also, conveniently, an e-file form.

Can an IRS Form 990 be filed electronically?

Form 990-N is submitted electronically, there are no paper forms. An organization eligible to submit Form 990-N can instead choose to file Form 990 or Form 990-EZ to satisfy its annual reporting requirement.

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