Individual Taxpayer Identification Number:
As stated, an ITIN is simply for the purpose of filing US taxes, and are for individuals who are not eligible or
have a Social Security Number, but need to file US taxes. This goes for both resident and non-resident aliens
(US foreigner) who have US tax filing requirements under the Internal Revenue Code.
Keep in mind, that having an ITIN does not grant you work access or legal status into the US. Nor it provides
the opportunity to receive SSN benefits!
- Individuals need to file US taxes with an ITIN for the following reasons:
- If they are a student and need to report grant and scholarship receipts
- Filing a joint return if you have a spouse with a Social Security Number
- Are dependent of a spouse who is a non-resident alien visa holder
- Are claiming a tax treaty as a US non-resident
- If they are working as a contractor or contractor for a foreign company and need to report US-sourced wages
If you find yourself in a situation where you need to become tax compliant with the IRS and are a US
non-resident, you’ll have to apply for an ITIN as soon as possible.
Process Of Applying ITIN:
- For Applying ITIN, we required current year Tax Return, Form W7 document and other supporting income
documents.
- Take print of your tax return one side only (not back-to-back) and arrange /attach all documents in below
sequence
- Tax Return Form 1040 attached to this mail
- Copy of W2
- Taxpayer and spouse has to sign with blue pen on Form1040
- Applicant has to sign on the form W-7(ITIN Application Form Page-3)
- Carry the Original Passport of the ITIN applicant
- Book an Appointment with the nearest Taxpayer Assistance Center
