ITIN SERVICES

What is an ITIN?
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS issues ITINs to individuals who are required to have a U.S. taxpayer identification number but who do not have, and are not eligible to obtain, a Social Security number (SSN) from the Social Security Administration (SSA).

How can I obtain an ITIN?
Our Certified Acceptance Agent  is authorized to assist individuals and other foreign persons who do not qualify for a Social Security Number but who still need a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) to process a Form 1040 and other tax schedules, allow us to assist you in getting the ITIN you need without having to submit your original supporting documents.

Requirements to Renew ITIN
​If you want to renew your ITIN, our CAA will verify necessary original documents and submit the application with copies so you don't have to mail them in.  The necessary documents are needed to prove your identity and foreign status. So, you will need to submit your passport, and/or other several documents. These could be(MUST BE ORIGINAL):

• Birth certificate - This is required, additional to an identification. 
• National ID card
• Visa
• School records
• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services photo identification
• ID card for the U.S state
• Foreign driver’s license
• U.S. driver’s license
• Foreign military ID card
• U.S. military ID card

Also, it’s important to know that there is no tax return required to renew your ITIN. At the same time, in case you have a filing requirement, then the return should definitely be filed together with the renewing application. This will help you avoid any potential refund delays. If you have family members with an ITIN, then make sure they also submit Form W-7 at the same time as you do.

Documentation Required for Minors
​There has been a change in the ITIN program. Basically, dependents will have to use passports for authentication, and this also means that the date of entry into the U.S. will be required. This applies to dependents from other countries than Mexico or Canada, as well as dependents of military members in other countries. There are additional documents that need to be submitted in order to show evidence of residency. They are all based on how old the dependent is.

• If they’re under 6, medical records are required
• If they’re under 18, school records are required
• For those over 18, there should be bank statements, rental statements or utility bills with the U.S. address of the applicant, as well as their name

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