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What is an "initial enrollment cycle"?When you first become an enrolled agent, the period up until your first re-enrollment date is considered your "initial enrollment cycle." Review Enrolled Agent initial enrollment cycle requirements here. What is the "standard enrollment cycle"?After completing your initial enrollment cycle (i.e. you have completed your first renewal), you will be on the standard enrollment cycle. How often does an EA renew their license?Every 3 years, except the initial enrollment cycle is typically less than 3 years. When is my renewal date?Your renewal date is based on the last digit of your social security number. The following chart shows the next series of renewal dates and related CPE reporting periods.
How do I apply for renewal of my EA enrollment?You should receive a Renewal of Enrollment to Practice Before the IRS (Form 8554) by mail. If you do not receive a renewal form:
File by mail and pay by checkYou can fill out form 8554 online and print the filled out form to mail, along with your check or money order. File and pay electronically You can fill out the form and pay online by credit card. What is the cost of renewal?The renewal fee is $30 (every 3 years). Does FunCPE report the CPE hours earned by each Enrolled Agent to the IRS?No, CPE sponsors do not report any information to the IRS. We do retain a record of your course completions for a period of at least five years. Will I need to mail in my certificates of completion with my license renewal?No, you do not include copies of your certificates with your renewal, you simply report the CPE hours earned per year. You should retain copies of your certificates in your files in case you are selected for a random CPE audit. You can always obtain a copy of your certificate by logging into our course system at any time, even after your courses have expired (courses expire after one year in accordance with regulations). |
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