Part III Certification and Authentication: Practitioner PIN Method Only.
Part I: Tax Return Information (whole dollars only): 1 California adjusted gross income (AGI), 2 Amount you owe, 3 Refund or no amount due.
Your return: Be sure you obtain and keep a copy of your return.
Entering your own PIN: Check this box only if you are entering your own PIN and your return is filed using the Practitioner PIN method.
ERO's EFIN/PIN: Enter your six-digit EFIN followed by your five-digit self-selected PIN.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | FTB 8879 |
| Official Title | CA e-file Signature Authorization for Individuals |
| Issued By | California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) |
| Form Length | 1 page |
| PIN Method | Practitioner PIN |
| Avg. time to fill out | 4 min |
| Edition | 2025 |
| Mailing | Do not mail this form to the FTB |
| Matches the agency's file | Yes, checked October 2, 2026 |
| Other names | FTB 8879, CA 8879, Form 8879 California, California Form 8879, California e-file Signature Authorization for Individuals |
| Official source | FTB 8879 2025, California Franchise Tax Board |
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