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Form 15227: 15227 (en-sp)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15227 is the Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN). It is filed by eligible taxpayers who do not already have an IP PIN and whose adjusted gross income is below $84,000 for individuals or $168,000 for married filing jointly.
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IRS Form 15227 - 15227 (en-sp)
Internal Revenue Service Form 15227 is the Application for an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN). It is filed by eligible taxpayers who do not already have an IP PIN and whose adjusted gross income is below $84,000 for individuals or $168,000 for married filing jointly.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting false information can lead to penalties.
- 2Submitting the form when you already have an IP PIN assigned.
- 3Providing an adjusted gross income above $84,000 (individual) or $168,000 (married filing jointly).
- 4Leaving Box d SSN/ITIN blank or entering an incorrect number.
- 5Omitting a telephone number in Box e or providing an unreachable number.
Plain English
Form 15227 lets you request a new IP PIN when you do not already have one. You must provide your name, address, SSN or ITIN, and a reachable phone number. The IRS will verify your identity and mail you the PIN in early January.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2026-03-18 09:10:43
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you do not have an IP PIN, have a SSN or ITIN, your adjusted gross income on your last filed return is below $84,000 (individual) or $168,000 (married filing jointly), and you have access to a telephone.
- Do not use it when you already have an IP PIN or have received a notification that the IRS assigned you an IP PIN.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Applying for a new IP PIN because you have no IP PIN
Required to request an IP PIN from the IRS
✓ Verify you meet all four eligibility criteria
Lost your IP PIN and need it quickly
Form allows request for an immediate IP PIN via the IRS website or a TAC appointment
✓ Ensure you have access to a telephone for IRS contact
You have an ITIN but no SSN and meet the income limit
Form accepts an ITIN in Box d for eligibility
✓ Confirm the ITIN is entered correctly
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Box a (name)
Full legal name as on last tax return · Box a on Form 15227
Box d (SSN or ITIN)
Complete SSN or ITIN number · Box d on Form 15227
Box e (telephone)
Reachable phone number · Box e on Form 15227
Box f (language preference)
Language preference for IRS assistor · Box f on Form 15227
Box c (preparer/tutor)
Indication if prepared by parent or legal guardian · Box c on Form 15227
Before you submit
- 1Confirm you meet all four eligibility criteria listed on the form
- 2Enter your full legal name in Box a exactly as it appears on your last tax return
- 3Provide your complete SSN or ITIN in Box d
- 4Enter a reachable telephone number in Box e
- 5Select your language preference in Box f
- 6Indicate if a parent or legal guardian prepared the form in Box c, if applicable
- 7Choose either mail or fax as the submission method, not both
- 8If mailing, use the address Department of the Treasury, IRS Fresno, CA 93725
- 9If faxing, include a cover sheet marked ‘Confidential’ and send to 855-807-5720
- 10Retain a copy of the completed form for your records
How to file this form
- 1Verify eligibility criteria are satisfied
- 2Complete all required boxes with accurate information
- 3Select a single submission method (mail or fax)
- 4Send the form as directed and keep proof of mailing or fax transmission
Known limitations
- 1Do not file if you already have an IP PIN or have been notified that one is assigned
- 2Form is voluntary and not mandatory for any taxpayer
- 3Eligibility requires a telephone; taxpayers without phone access cannot use this form
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads Rev. 1-2026 (January 2026)
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — confirm mailing address is Department of the Treasury, IRS Fresno, CA 93725
- Signature — Not stated in the official source
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After you file
- 1Keep a copy of the completed Form 15227 for your records
- 2Retain related records as long as they may become material in tax administration
- 3Expect to receive a new IP PIN in early January via a mailed CP01A Notice
- 4If an error is discovered, contact the IRS promptly to correct the information
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — revision date shown as Rev. 1-2026 (January 2026)
- SRCForm p.1 — eligibility criteria (no IP PIN, SSN/ITIN, AGI limits, telephone) listed
- SRCForm p.1 — AGI limits: $84,000 for individuals, $168,000 for married filing jointly
- SRCForm p.1 — mailing address: Department of the Treasury, IRS Fresno, CA 93725
- SRCForm p.1 — fax number: 855-807-5720 and requirement for confidential cover sheet
- SRCForm p.1 — instruction to choose either mail or fax, not both
Common confusion points
Do I need to file if I already have an IP PIN?
The form is only for taxpayers without an IP PIN.
→ Verify you have not received an IP PIN or CP01A Notice.
Can I submit both by mail and fax?
The instructions say choose one method, not both.
→ Confirm you are using either mail OR fax, not both.
What if my adjusted gross income is slightly above the limit?
Eligibility is limited to AGI below $84,000 (individual) or $168,000 (married filing jointly).
→ Check your last filed return for exact AGI.
Do I need to include a signature?
The source does not mention a signature requirement.
→ Verify on the IRS site whether a signature is required.
Is a fee required to request an IP PIN?
No fee information is provided in the source.
→ Confirm no fee is required before filing.
Can I use this form if I have an ITIN instead of an SSN?
The eligibility criteria accept either an SSN or ITIN.
→ Ensure you enter the ITIN correctly in Box d.
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Questions about IRS Form 15227
What is IRS Form 15227 used for?
Form 15227 lets you request a new IP PIN when you do not already have one. You must provide your name, address, SSN or ITIN, and a reachable phone number. The IRS will verify your identity and mail you the PIN in early January.
Who must file IRS Form 15227?
Taxpayers who do not already have an IP PIN and meet the income and identification criteria must file IRS Form 15227.
What information does IRS Form 15227 require?
The form collects the applicant’s name (Box a), mailing address (Box b), dependent status (Box c), SSN or ITIN (Box d), telephone number (Box e), language preference (Box f), and a signed declaration (Box g).
Where do I file IRS Form 15227?
Mail the completed form to Department of the Treasury, IRS Fresno, CA 93725, or fax it toll‑free to 855‑807‑5720 with a cover sheet marked “Confidential.”
How do I complete IRS Form 15227?
First, enter your name in Box a exactly as shown on your last tax return. Next, fill in your mailing address (Box b), indicate dependent status (Box c), and provide your SSN or ITIN in Box d. Then supply a reachable telephone number in Box e, choose a language preference in Box f, and sign and date the declaration in Box g before submitting by mail or fax.
What happens if IRS Form 15227 is filed incorrectly?
Providing false information on Form 15227 may subject the filer to penalties.
Do I need to file if I already have an IP PIN?
The form is only for taxpayers without an IP PIN. Verify you have not received an IP PIN or CP01A Notice.
Can I submit both by mail and fax?
The instructions say choose one method, not both. Confirm you are using either mail OR fax, not both.
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