How can I obtain an EFIN for my business located in Canada? I got an EIN for the corporation but I was told I can't obtain an EFIN, as I do not have any SSN nor ITIN.

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December 6, 2019
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Has anyone operating from outside the US found an alternative solution? Are there any external service providers that could help? Thanks so much for your help

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Best answer by itonewbie

Foreign preparers not eligible for SSN will not be issued EFIN. You must, however, apply for a PTIN and include a Form 8946 in order to prepare or assist in federal tax return preparation for compensation. As you are probably aware, your clients will need to paper file and a Form 8948 with box 6a checked must be attached to the return.

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Foreign preparers not eligible for SSN will not be issued EFIN. You must, however, apply for a PTIN and include a Form 8946 in order to prepare or assist in federal tax return preparation for compensation. As you are probably aware, your clients will need to paper file and a Form 8948 with box 6a checked must be attached to the return.

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stacconAuthor

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Hi! Thanks very much for your comments, very helpful. I already have my PTIN. Would you know if any external service provider would be able to efile tax returns on my behalf? If not, can I obtain a waiver from the efile requirement if I exceed more than 10 tax returns? Thanks again for your help

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