Federal Form W-7 (Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) (2024)

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Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

W-7Application for IRS IndividualTaxpayer Identification NumberForm(Rev. August 2019)Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service▶OMB No. 1545-0074For use by individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.▶ See separate instructions.An IRS individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) is for U.S. federal tax purposes only.Before you begin:• Don’t submit this form if you have, or are eligible to get, a U.S. social security number (SSN).Application type (check one box):Apply for a new ITINRenew an existing ITINReason you’re submitting Form W-7. Read the instructions for the box you check. Caution: If you check box b, c, d, e, f, or g, youmust file a U.S. federal tax return with Form W-7 unless you meet one of the exceptions (see instructions).abcNonresident alien required to get an ITIN to claim tax treaty benefitNonresident alien filing a U.S. federal tax returndU.S. resident alien (based on days present in the United States) filing a U.S. federal tax returnIf d, enter relationship to U.S. citizen/resident alien (see instructions) ▶Dependent of U.S. citizen/resident alieneSpouse of U.S. citizen/resident alienfgNonresident alien student, professor, or researcher filing a U.S. federal tax return or claiming an exception}If d or e, enter name and SSN/ITIN of U.S. citizen/resident alien (see instructions) ▶Dependent/spouse of a nonresident alien holding a U.S. visaOther (see instructions) ▶hAdditional information for a and f: Enter treaty country ▶1a First nameMiddle nameNameand treaty article number ▶Last name(see instructions)Name at birth ifdifferent . .1b First nameMiddle nameLast name▶Applicant’sMailingAddress2Foreign (nonU.S.) Address3Street address, apartment number, or rural route number. If you have a P.O. box, see separate instructions.City or town, state or province, and country. Include ZIP code or postal code where appropriate.Street address, apartment number, or rural route number. Don’t use a P.O. box number.City or town, state or province, and country. Include postal code where appropriate.(see instructions)BirthInformation4OtherInformation6a Country(ies) of citizenshipDate of birth (month / day / year) Country of birth//City and state or province (optional)Issued by:MaleFemale6c Type of U.S. visa (if any), number, and expiration date6b Foreign tax I.D. number (if any)6d Identification document(s) submitted (see instructions)USCIS documentationOtherNo.:5PassportExp. date:Driver’s license/State I.D./Date of entry intothe United States(MM/DD/YYYY):///6e Have you previously received an ITIN or an Internal Revenue Service Number (IRSN)?No/Don’t know. Skip line 6f.Yes. Complete line 6f. If more than one, list on a sheet and attach to this form (see instructions).6f Enter ITIN and/or IRSN ▶ITINname under which it was issued ▶—IRSN—First name—Middle name—andLast name6g Name of college/university or company (see instructions) ▶City and stateKeep a copy foryour records.Signature of applicant (if delegate, see instructions)Date (month / day / year)Name of delegate, if applicable (type or print)//Delegate’s relationshipto applicantSignatureDate (month / day / year)/Name and title (type or print)For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see separate instructions.Name of company/▲AcceptanceAgent’sUse ONLYUnder penalties of perjury, I (applicant/delegate/acceptance agent) declare that I have examined this application, including accompanyingdocumentation and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. I authorize the IRS to shareinformation with my acceptance agent in order to perfect this Form W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.▲▲ ▲ ▲SignHereLength of stay ▶▶Phone numberParentCourt-appointed guardianPower of attorneyPhoneFaxEINOffice codeCat. No. 10229LPTINForm W-7 (Rev. 8-2019)

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An IRS individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) is for federal tax purposes only.Before you begin:• Don’t submit this form if you have, or are eligible to get, a U.S. social security number (SSN).• Getting an ITIN doesn’t change your immigration status or your right to work in the United Statesand doesn’t make you eligible for the earned income credit

We last updated the Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number in February 2024,so this is the latest version of Form W-7, fully updated for tax year 2023. You can download or print current or past-year PDFs of Form W-7 directly from TaxFormFinder.You can print other Federal tax forms here.

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TaxFormFinder has an additional 774 Federal income tax forms that you may need, plus all federal income tax forms.These related forms may also be needed with the Federal Form W-7.

Form CodeForm Name
Form W-7 (COA)Certificate of Accuracy for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification NumberTax Return
Form W-7AApplication for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions

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The Internal Revenue Service usually releases income tax forms for the current tax year between October and January, although changes to some forms can come even later.We last updated Federal Form W-7 from the Internal Revenue Service in February 2024.

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Form W-7 is a Federal Corporate Income Tax form. Like the Federal Form 1040, states each provide a core tax return form on which most high-level income and tax calculations are performed. While some taxpayers with simple returns can complete their entire tax return on this single form, in most cases various other additional schedules and forms must be completed, depending on the taxpayer's individual situation, to create a complete income tax return package.

About the Corporate Income Tax

The IRS and most states require corporations to file an income tax return, with the exact filing requirements depending on the type of company.

Sole proprietorships or disregarded entities like LLCs are filed on Schedule C (or the state equivalent) of the owner's personal income tax return, flow-through entities like S Corporations or Partnerships are generally required to file an informational return equivilent to the IRS Form 1120S or Form 1065, and full corporations must file the equivalent of federal Form 1120 (and, unlike flow-through corporations, are often subject to a corporate tax liability).

Additional forms are available for a wide variety of specific entities and transactions including fiduciaries, nonprofits, and companies involved in other specific types of business.

Historical Past-Year Versions of Federal Form W-7

We have a total of twelve past-year versions of Form W-7 in the TaxFormFinder archives, including for the previous tax year. Download past year versions of this tax form as PDFs here:

2023 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

2022 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

2021 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

2020 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

2019 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2019)

2018 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. September 2016)

2017 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. September 2016)

2016 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. September 2016)

2015 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2013)

2013 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. August 2013)

2012 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. January 2012)

2011 Form W-7

Form W-7 (Rev. January 2012)

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Federal Form W-7 (Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) (2024)

FAQs

How do I get an individual taxpayer identification number from the IRS? ›

To obtain an ITIN, you must complete IRS Form W-7, IRS Application for Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. The Form W-7 requires documentation substantiating foreign/alien status and true identity for each individual.

What is an example of a taxpayer identification number? ›

U.S. taxpayer identification numbers include a Social Security Number (SSN), which is issued to individuals, and an Employer Identification Number (EIN), which is issued to individuals or entities.

What is the correct taxpayer identification number? ›

A Tax Identification Number (TIN) is a nine-digit number used by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to identify taxpayers. Also known as a taxpayer identification number, one type of TIN includes Social Security numbers (SSNs) issued by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

How to send a W7 form to the IRS? ›

visiting an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center in the U.S., or. mailing it to the Internal Revenue Service, ITIN Operation, at P.O. Box 149342, Austin TX 78714-9342, or. by using a private delivery service to the address: Internal Revenue Service, ITIN Operation, Mail Stop 6090-AUSC, 3651 S.

Can I submit a W7 without a tax return? ›

How do I apply for or renew an ITIN? All ITIN applications (Form W-7), including renewals, must be submitted with a completed U.S. federal tax return unless you meet an exception to the filing requirement. There is no option to apply for an ITIN as a stand-alone document without a tax return.

Can I use my SSN as my TIN? ›

As the withholding agent, you must generally request that the payee provide you with its U.S. taxpayer identification number (TIN). You must include the payee's TIN on forms, statements, and other tax documents. The payee's TIN may be any of the following. An individual may have a Social Security number (SSN).

How do I find my IRS tax ID number? ›

Your previously filed return should be notated with your EIN. Ask the IRS to search for your EIN by calling the Business & Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933. The hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.

Does everyone have a taxpayer identification number? ›

Does everyone have a tax ID number? No, not everyone has a tax ID number. Only individuals or businesses that are required to pay taxes are assigned a tax ID number.

Where can I find my taxpayer identification number on my tax return? ›

Look at Box "a" on your W-2 form if you're employed. This required form includes your Social Security number. If you have a Social Security number, that number is also your federal tax ID number (TIN). If you don't have a Social Security number but you're employed, you have a TIN issued by the IRS.

Is a TIN the same as a federal ID number? ›

TIN is an umbrella term for a group of identification numbers the IRS uses to administer tax laws. Federal ID Numbers are a type of TIN. The IRS recognizes a wide variety of TINs, including Social Security Numbers.

What is the format of a taxpayer number? ›

A tax processing number, issued by the IRS, for certain resident and non-resident aliens, their spouses, and dependents; All valid ITINs are a nine-digit number in the same format as the SSN (9XX-8X-XXXX), begins with a “9” and the 4th and 5th digits range from 50 to 65, 70 to 88, 90 to 92, and 94 to 99.

What are the 5 US taxpayer identification number? ›

Types of taxpayer identification numbers
Taxpayer Identification NumberAbbreviationApplication
Social Security NumberSSNForm SS-5
Employer Identification NumberEINForm SS-4 or online
Individual Taxpayer Identification NumberITINForm W-7
Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. AdoptionsATINForm W-7A
2 more rows
Oct 17, 2022

Can I verify a tax ID number? ›

There are a couple of places that EIN verification lookup tools can draw information from. The most authoritative places are government websites, such as state Secretary of State portals, the SEC's EDGAR system (for companies listed on public stock exchanges), or the IRS itself (for charities and nonprofits).

How long does it take for a w7 to be approved? ›

It may also be filed in person at any IRS Tax Assistance Center in the United States or through an authorized acceptance agent. The IRS advises allowing at least 7 weeks for processing and 9 to 11 weeks if filing during tax season.

Who is eligible for w7? ›

Dependents or spouses of a non-resident alien U.S. visa holder who is ineligible for an SSN. U.S. resident aliens who file a U.S. federal tax return but aren't eligible for an SSN. Persons who must renew their ITIN to file their federal tax returns.

Can you apply for W7 online? ›

A tax return accompanied by one or more W-7 forms cannot be submitted electronically. You can submit it in person at any IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center that performs in-person document reviews; most major cities have such assistance centers, and there is at least one center in every state.

How much does it cost to file a w7? ›

Commercial tax preparers who are Acceptance Agents often charge a fee that can range from $50 to $275 for completing the Form W-7. There is no fee for applying directly with the IRS. Visit the Acceptance Agent Program on the IRS website for a list of Acceptance Agents by state that is updated quarterly.

What documents are needed to apply for ITIN? ›

Below is the list of the only acceptable documents:
  • Passport (stand-alone document) *
  • National identification card (must show photo, name, current address, date of birth, and expiration date)
  • U.S. driver's license.
  • Civil birth certificate (required for dependents under 18 years of age)
  • Foreign driver's license.
Jan 4, 2024

What to do if an ITIN application is rejected? ›

What you need to do
  1. Read your notice to see why we rejected your application or revoked your ITIN.
  2. Make sure you don't qualify for a Social Security number (SSN) and you qualify for an ITIN.
  3. Make sure your documents are correct.
  4. Send us the information we've requested.
  5. Send us a new application. Fill it out completely.
May 15, 2024

How do I get a personal identification number from the IRS? ›

Please bring one current government-issued picture identification document and another identification document to prove your identity. Once we verify your identity, you will receive your IP PIN via the U.S. Postal Service usually within three weeks. You will then receive your IP PIN annually through the mail.

Can an individual get a federal tax ID number? ›

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a 9-digit number the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issues to people filing a tax return who are not U.S. citizens and who do not have or are not eligible for a Social Security number. You can only use your ITIN for tax reporting purposes.

How to look up TIN number online? ›

The IRS needs to confirm your SSN and name along with other details you have provided. After this, the IRS will send a login ID and password via the US Postal Service. You can use these credentials to check the TIN and name information per the IRS records. For Interactive Sessions, you will receive immediate results.

How long does it take to get Individual Taxpayer Identification Number? ›

A11: If you qualify for an ITIN and your application is complete, you will receive a letter from the IRS assigning your tax identification number usually within seven weeks (up to 11 weeks if requested during peak tax time (January 15 through April 30) or from abroad).

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