News Alert: Grace Period Extended for EFAST2 Login Credentials

November 7, 2023

If you electronically sign your Form 5500 through the ERISA Filing Acceptance System (EFAST2) and haven’t yet obtained new credentials from www.login.gov, you will need to do so by December 31, 2023. This date extends the original September 1 deadline. The new credentials established during this transition can be used across many government services. If you do not currently have login credentials for EFAST2, this action item does not apply to you.


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