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Legacy User
Apr 12, 2019 10:17 PM UTC
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Does the IRS accept DocuSign for Power of Attorney Form 2848?

Does the IRS accept DocuSign for Power of Attorney Form 2848?
Docusign Employee
Apr 15, 2019 4:59 PM UTC

I could not find anything specifically on the IRS website regarding acceptance or denial of electronic signatures on the form 2848, so I would suggest contacting the IRS by email or phone to get a clear answer on whether electronic signatures are acceptable on that form.

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Docusign Employee
Apr 15, 2019 4:59 PM UTC

I could not find anything specifically on the IRS website regarding acceptance or denial of electronic signatures on the form 2848, so I would suggest contacting the IRS by email or phone to get a clear answer on whether electronic signatures are acceptable on that form.

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Legacy User
May 10, 2019 6:42 PM UTC

The IRS for POA's do not accept a Stamped signature, which is what docusign is.

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Legacy User
Feb 4, 2020 12:24 AM UTC

There is movement on this and the IRS is slated to start accepting electronically signed POAs. Details as to what is acceptable to them is coming. https://www.groom.com/resources/taxpayer-first-act-continues-emphasis-on-electronic-services-and-refocuses-irs-on-taxpayer-needs/ Bottom line hang loose, it's in the works.

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