The Form 8453-TE, found in the Final column of each Form 5330 filing, serves as a declaration of authorization for electronic filing with required signatures and details.
This non-editable form auto-populates using information from the Form 5330 and user responses during submission.
Please Note: This is a mandatory attachment for all Form 5330 electronic filings.
Key Functions Include:
- Signature Authorization: It provides the electronic signature needed to validate the e-filing of Form 5330.
- Acknowledgment of Filing: It confirms that the taxpayer has reviewed the form and agrees to its contents.
- Payment Authorization (if applicable): It ensures that the IRS has permission from the filer to withdraw the excise taxes owed from the specified account on the agreed date.
