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How to file Form 990-N (step-by-step)

Filing the IRS 990-N e-Postcard only takes a few minutes once you know what information you need.

Step 1: Gather your nonprofit information

Before you begin, make sure you have the following details ready:

  • EIN (Employer Identification Number)
  • Legal name and mailing address
  • Website URL (if you have one)
  • Name of a principal officer
  • Tax year start and end dates
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Keeping this information in one place makes next year’s filing even faster.

Step 2: Confirm eligibility

Your nonprofit can typically file Form 990-N if it has gross receipts normally under $50,000.

Step 3: Submit the IRS e-Postcard

The 990-N must be filed electronically each year. The process is simple and requires only basic organizational details.

Step 4: Save your confirmation

After submission, the IRS sends an acceptance confirmation. Save this email and keep it in your nonprofit’s compliance records.

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