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The IRS has issued a firm deadline for designated officials managing Business Tax Accounts (BTAs): accounts must be revalidated by Tuesday, July 30, 2025 to maintain uninterrupted access.
According to an IRS fact sheet released on July 24, designated individuals must log in to their BTA portals and complete the revalidation process. Failure to do so will require affected users to reapply for access, which could delay their ability to manage tax matters online.
Important: IRS systems will be offline for scheduled maintenance from Sunday, July 28, 12:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET, which may limit the window for account access prior to the deadline.
Revalidation Process: What You Need to Know
To maintain current access levels, designated officials must:
- Log in to their BTA using existing credentials
- Complete the revalidation prompts before the Tuesday deadline
Those who miss the deadline must reapply for account access—either as a designated official or as another authorized user. The reapplication process requires:
- A valid Form W-2 for the most recent tax year, or
- Legal documentation proving authority to act on behalf of the business for tax purposes (e.g., corporate officer status)
Why It Matters
The IRS is gradually expanding functionality on its Business Tax Account portal, which will eventually allow users to:
- Review tax history and payment records
- Make payments directly through the platform
- Receive and respond to IRS notices
- Grant powers of attorney for tax representation
- Manage other digital interactions with the IRS
The BTA system is designed to streamline communications and transactions between businesses and the IRS, reducing paperwork and wait times.
Key Takeaway
Designated officials must revalidate by Tuesday, July 30 to maintain access to the Business Tax Account. Given the scheduled outage on Sunday, users are strongly advised to act before the weekend to avoid disruptions.
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