The IRS Return Preparer Office has begun sending letters to Enrolled Agents with Social Security numbers ending in 7, 8, 9 or no Social Security number who did not renew during this year’s renewal cycle.
Applicable EAs who didn’t renew during the 2018 and 2021 cycles will be moved to terminated status. Those who didn’t renew during the 2021 cycle will be moved to inactive status.
Anyone in inactive status can still submit a late renewal for approval with proof of continuing education. Anyone in terminated status must retake the Special Enrollment Examination to apply for reenrollment.
EAs who disagree and have a record of previously renewing their EA status should contact the number on the letter, (855) 472-5540. For more details, visit
