Steps to apply for TCC Code to File 1099s Electronically

(To the best of SGA's Knowledge, this is the process. SGA does not assign the TCC Code. Any questions should be directed to the IRS)

Form 4419, Application for Filing Information Returns Electronically (FIRE) Transmitter Control Code (TCC) Fill In option has been replaced by the online Information Return (IR) Application for Transmitter Control Code (TCC).

1.  You will first be required to verify your personal identity to create an account and file the application form. You will choose Create Account under Sign Up.

Have this information ready before creating account:

• Email address
• Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)
• Tax filing status and mailing address
• One financial account number linked to your name:
  • Credit card – last 8 digits (no American Express, debit or corporate cards) or
  • Student loan – (Enter the student loan account number provided on your statement. The account number may contain both numbers and letters. Do not include any symbols.) Additionally, we can't verify student loans issued by Nelnet. or
  • Mortgage or home equity loan or
  • Home equity line of credit (HELOC) or
  • Auto loan

• Mobile phone linked to your name (for faster registration) or ability to receive an activation code by mail

2.  Once your identity has been confirmed you will be prompted to Create a Username and Password.

3. Create a unique 5-digit pin that will be associated with your e-services account.

4. Upon completion you will be routed to the External Services Authorization Management Tool. Bookmark this site for future reference.

5. You will choose New Application > IR Application for TCC

6. Once you are assigned a code, please send it to SGA to setup electronic filling.