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Steps to Prepare for IRS Certification
Steps to Prepare for IRS Certification
IRS CPEO FAQs (periodically updated)
Certified Professional Employer Organization Program help page
Application for Certification (use the IRS online registration system)
This online registration system currently supports two distinct programs: the voluntary certification of professional employer organizations and the Form 8976, Notice of Intent to Operate Under Section 501(c)(4). This system allows you to complete the registration/certification process, keeps your account information current, and enables you to receive secure, digital communications from the IRS.
Responsible Individual Personal Attestation (RIPA) (use the IRS online registration system)
This online registration system currently supports two distinct programs: the voluntary certification of professional employer organizations and the Form 8976, Notice of Intent to Operate Under Section 501(c)(4). This system allows you to complete the registration/certification process, keeps your account information current, and enables you to receive secure, digital communications from the IRS.
IRS FAQs on Form 8973 (periodically updated)
Form 8973 FAQs
Latest IRS FAQs on Application Process
Certified Professional Employer Organization Program help page
IRS webpage
Voluntary certification program for professional employer organizations (CPEOs)
CPEO Customers – What You Need to Know
CPEO applicants must complete an application through the IRS Online Registration System. Both the CPEO applicant and its responsible individuals must complete portions of the application...
Requirements for Maintaining Certification as a CPEO
A CPEO can report material changes to the IRS by updating its account information...
Online Registration System for CPEOs
This online registration system currently supports two distinct programs: the voluntary certification of professional employer organizations and the Form 8976, Notice of Intent to Operate Under Section 501(c)(4). This system allows you to complete the registration/certification process, keeps your account information current, and enables you to receive secure, digital communications from the IRS.