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Connecticut tax preparer permit
Do you need a license to prepare taxes in Connecticut? You need a permit from the Department of Revenue Services, and to get one you need an IRS AFSP Record of Completion.
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What Connecticut requires
Connecticut requires a permit for anyone who prepares more than 10 federal or Connecticut individual income tax returns for pay, even if your office is in another state. Permits are issued by the Department of Revenue Services. For what every state requires, see our guide on how to become a tax preparer.
To apply, you need a PTIN, a high school diploma or its equivalent, and an IRS AFSP Record of Completion for the year you apply. You must be at least 18. The permit costs $100 and is valid for two years. CPAs, enrolled agents, and attorneys are exempt.
Requirements last verified October 2026.
Who needs a permit
Anyone paid to prepare more than 10 returns for Connecticut clients
What you need
PTIN plus an AFSP Record of Completion
Renewal
Every 2 years, $100
How to get your Connecticut permit
1
Get your PTIN
Apply online with the IRS. It costs $18.75 for 2026 and takes about 15 minutes.
2
Complete the AFSP
Earn your IRS Annual Filing Season Program Record of Completion for the year you apply: 18 hours of continuing education, including the 6-hour federal tax refresher course and test.
3
Apply through eLicense
Apply online through the Connecticut eLicense portal and pay the $100 permit fee by credit card. The Department of Revenue Services emails you when your permit is approved.
4
Renew every two years
Your permit lasts two years. Complete the AFSP again for the year you renew. If you plan to e-file, start your EFIN application with the IRS early, since approval can take up to 45 days.
What it costs in Connecticut
| Requirement | Cost |
|---|---|
| PTIN | $18.75 for 2026, non-refundable |
| Latino Tax Pro AFSP course | $183.53 in English, Spanish, or bilingual |
| State permit | $100, valid for two years |
| EFIN application | Free |
AFSP courses for Connecticut preparers
Earn the AFSP Record of Completion Connecticut asks for, in English, Spanish, or bilingual.
Connecticut tax preparer questions
Do I need a license to prepare taxes in Connecticut?
You need a permit if you prepare more than 10 federal or Connecticut individual income tax returns for pay. Permits are issued by the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.
Is the AFSP required in Connecticut?
Yes. Since January 1, 2022, non-exempt preparers must earn an AFSP Record of Completion for the year they apply for or renew a permit.
Do I need a permit if my office is outside Connecticut?
Yes, if you prepare more than 10 returns for Connecticut clients for pay. The permit follows your clients, not your office.
How long is the permit valid?
Two years. The fee is $100, and you complete the AFSP again for the year you renew.
Ready to start in Connecticut?
Get your PTIN, complete the AFSP, and apply for your permit. Our bilingual staff can help you choose the right course.
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