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  1. Other Frequently Asked Questions

    What is 55Autofill*? 55Autofill* allows you to download all of the prior year's Form 5500 data from the DOL database into the current year's 5500 forms by entering the plan sponsor's EIN number. Where does the information come from t...
  2. Completing Form 8955-SSA, Uploads, Batch Features

  3. How to Set Up and Allow for E-Filing of Form 8955-SSA by a Portal User

    E-Filing Form 8955-SSA Key Differences from Form 5500 The 8955-SSA does not require the 5500 to be locked or ready to file. Unlike the 5500, you do not need to lock the filing for the user to sign. DOL credential...
  4. 2025 Instructions for Form 8955-SSA Annual Registration Statement Identifying Separated Participants With Deferred Vested Benefits

    2025 Instructions for Form 8955-SSA Annual Registration Statement Identifying Separated Participants With Deferred Vested Benefits View Official Instructions | View IRS FAQs Regarding Form 8955-SSA Table of Contents ...
  5. How to Post a Batch Census Worksheet

    Note: A subscription to both the Compliance Software and Portal is needed to use the batch features. Specify a Server will need to be set up within the Compliance tab of the global email settings to send a communication to portal users. ...
  6. Global Email Settings

  7. Setting up Global Email Settings

    Global Email Settings can be accessed by selecting the  Wolters Kluwer logo , then navigating to  Administrative Tasks > Portal/Workflow > Global Email Settings . Only users with the role of  Master Admin User  or  Designated Admin  have permiss...
  8. 8955-SSA Frequently Asked Questions

    Table of Contents Who is considered a deferred vested participant? When is the Form 8955-SSA due? On the Form 8955-SSA, for what purpose can I check the "Special extension" box? Must I file a Form 8955-SSA for a year ...
  9. 5500 Frequently Asked Questions

    Table of Contents Q1: Amending a Filing Q2: Prior Year Filings Q2a: Amending a Prior Year 5500-SF for a One-Participant or Foreign Plan Q2b: Amending a Prior Year 5500-EZ Q3: Notices from IRS (CP 403 and CP 406 N...
  10. Enforcing .CSV Format for Census File Uploads

    This guide outlines the steps to require .CSV file format for census uploads—both when sending census files to portal users and when receiving census uploads from them. This ensures consistency, reduces processing errors, and aligns with system re...