Support CenterHow do I transmit a return in SureFire? - Transmitting returns after creating the e-file
🔍 How do I transmit a return in SureFire? - Transmitting returns after creating the e-file
This guide explains how to transmit (send) your return to the Electronic Filing Center after you have created the e-file.
⚠️ Before You Begin
Make sure you have already:
- Created the e-file for the return you want to transmit (training returns will appear in the selection screen).
📊 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Log into SureFire
Use this when you need to access your return and transmission tools.
Log into SureFire.
Step 2: Open the return you want to transmit
Use this when you need to transmit a specific return.
Open the return you want to transmit.
Step 3: Clear diagnostic errors
Use this to ensure your return is ready for e-file transmission.
Click Diagnostics.
Once you have cleared all diagnostic errors, click the e-File button.
Step 4: Close the return
Use this before starting the communications send process.
Close the return.
Step 5: Send the e-file
Use this to transmit your e-file to the Electronic Filing Center.
Click Communications Send Federal/State Returns. A selection screen will open listing all of the e-files you have created for training returns.
Select the e-file to transmit, then, click the Send. The transmission process will begin. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Step 6: Wait for an acknowledgement from the IRS
Use this to confirm the IRS has received your transmission.
Wait to receive an acknowledgement from the IRS.
📝 Notes
✅ Acknowledgements and Acceptance
Notes:
- To get the acknowledgement you will need to click Communications Get Acks, Mail and Updates.
- To verify if the return was accepted, see our Knowledge Base article detailing how to use Return Query on the Solution Center.
📞 Still Need Help?
If you are having trouble, contact our support team:
Phone: 1-800-516-9442
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