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Enrolled agents (EAs) can become credentialed in one of two ways: with five years of IRS experience regularly interpreting tax regulations or through the successful completion of the three-part Special Enrollment Exam (SEE).
Two ways to launch your EA career.
1.- Take and pass the three-part online Special Enrollment Exam (SEE) administered by Prometric. To get started, you must:
- Obtain a Personal Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
- Apply to take the SEE.
- Achieve passing scores on all three parts which cover every aspect of tax code.
- Apply for enrollment on Form 23.
- Undergo a background check prior to enrollment, which includes a review of your tax transcript. Failure to timely file or pay taxes can be grounds for denial of enrollment.
2.- Have past service and technical experience with the IRS. You are required to:
- Possess the experience outlined in Circular 230
- Apply for enrollment on Form 23.
- Undergo a background check prior to enrollment, which includes a review of your tax transcript. Failure to timely file or pay taxes can be grounds for denial of enrollment.