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title: What is IRS Form 990-T and when does it apply to my self-directed IRA?
description: Form 990-T is used by organizations, exempt businesses, and self-directed IRA account holders to report investment income to the IRS, such as unrelated business income (UBTI) or or unrelated debt-financed income (UDFI). Investors that owe UBTI/UDFI should work with their tax professional to determine if IRS Form 990-T will need to be filed.
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# What is IRS Form 990-T and when does it apply to my self-directed IRA?
IRS Form 990-T is used by organizations, exempt businesses, and self-directed IRA accountholders to report investment income to the IRS, such as unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) or unrelated debt-financed income (UDFI).
Form 990-T only applies to earned income over $1,000.00 in any given year. If you have any questions or have received a [Form K-1](https://knowledge.stratatrust.com/what-is-unrelated-business-tax-income-ubti?hsLang=en) from your investment sponsor, please consult with your investment sponsor or tax professional to determine if you are required to file Form 990-T.
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### Instructions for Filing and Paying Form 990-T
**Step One: Apply for EIN and File Form 990-T**
If you are required to file Form 990-T, you must apply for and utilize an employer identification number (“EIN”). **Do not use STRATA’s TIN or your social security number**.
- Obtain an EIN for your IRA by filing [IRS Form SS-4](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-ss-4). This EIN for your IRA must be listed on Form 990-T when filed.
- Complete Form 990-T and submit it electronically to the IRS along with [IRS Form 8879-EO](https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8879).
**Step Two: Request Payment from Your STRATA IRA**
- Complete STRATA’s [Expense Payment Authorization](https://www.stratatrust.com/resource-center/forms/#expense-payment-authorization-service-now) form so that we can remit your tax payment. You must attach a copy of the filed Forms 990-T and 8879-EO with the request to STRATA.
Once forms are received in good order, STRATA will process the disbursement as a wire transfer using tax code 990.
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