Get Irs Publication 5248 2022-2026

Filling out the IRS Publication 5248 is essential for organizations needing to comply with IRS electronic filing requirements. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you accurately complete the form online.

Follow the steps to fill out the IRS Publication 5248 effectively.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in your chosen digital platform.
2. Ensure your organization has finished its tax year before filing. Calendar year filers should wait until January 1, while fiscal year filers should wait until the day after their fiscal year ends.
3. Open the electronic filing page and review the information about Form 990-N. Select the ‘Submit Form 990-N (e-Postcard)’ link to start the process.
4. Sign in or create a new account using Login.gov or ID.me to access secure IRS online services.
5. Select ‘Manage e-Postcard Profile’ to initiate a new Form 990-N electronic filing submission.
6. Choose either ‘Exempt Organization’ if you are submitting for your organization, or ‘Preparer’ if assisting multiple organizations, then click ‘Continue’.
7. Enter the Employer Identification Number (EIN) for the organization and click ‘Add EIN’. To proceed, select ‘Create New Filing’.
8. Choose the EIN you wish to file for from the drop-down menu and select ‘Continue’.
9. Complete the ‘Organization Details’ page. Click the question mark icon if you need clarifications, then select ‘Continue’ once done.
10. Fill out the ‘Contact Information’ page. Again using the question mark icon for help as needed, decide whether to save or submit your filing.
11. Confirm the filing status will be “Pending”. Click ‘Print’ to keep a copy for your records but remember you won’t be able to print once you navigate away from the page.
12. On the ‘Manage Form 990-N Submissions’ page, refresh after seven minutes to check for status updates. The status can only be ‘Accepted’ or ‘Rejected’.

Start filling out your IRS Publication 5248 online today for a seamless experience.