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An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a nine-digit tax processing number issued by the IRS to individuals who need a US taxpayer ID but are not eligible for a Social Security Number. It's formatted like an SSN (9XX-XX-XXXX) and always starts with the number 9.

Non-US residents who need to file a US federal tax return, owners of US LLCs receiving US income, individuals claiming tax treaty benefits, and spouses or dependents of US visa holders. If you own a US LLC and need to file personal US taxes, an ITIN is how the IRS identifies you.

An EIN identifies your business for tax purposes, while an ITIN identifies you personally. If you own a US LLC, your LLC needs an EIN and you may personally need an ITIN to file your individual US tax return, open certain financial accounts, or claim tax treaty benefits.

No. You can form a US LLC and get an EIN without an ITIN or SSN. However, many international founders need an ITIN later to file personal US tax returns, access payment platforms, build US credit, or claim tax treaty benefits on their US income.

You apply by submitting IRS Form W-7 along with proof of identity and foreign status, usually your passport, and in most cases a federal tax return. We prepare your Form W-7, review your supporting documents, and guide you through the correct submission route so your application is right the first time.

The IRS typically processes ITIN applications in 7 to 11 weeks after receiving a complete application. Applications submitted during peak tax season (January to April) can take longer. We prepare your application within days so the IRS clock starts as soon as possible.

The IRS accepts your original passport or a copy certified by the issuing agency. Many applicants use a certified copy from their country’s passport office or apply through an IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent so they never mail the original. We help you choose the safest option for your situation.

In most cases the W-7 must accompany a federal tax return. There are exceptions, such as claiming tax treaty benefits, third-party withholding on passive income, or certain bank reporting requirements. We assess your situation and prepare the application under the correct category.

Yes. An ITIN expires if it is not used on a US federal tax return at least once in three consecutive years. Expired ITINs can be renewed with a new Form W-7. We can help with renewals as well as first-time applications.

No. An ITIN is only a tax processing number. It does not authorize you to work in the US, provide eligibility for Social Security benefits, or change your immigration status. It exists solely so the IRS can process your tax filings.

It covers preparation of your Form W-7, a review of your supporting documents, guidance on the certified passport copy options, the correct exception category if you do not need to attach a tax return, and support until the IRS assigns your ITIN. IRS processing itself is free; there is no government fee for an ITIN.

If the IRS returns your application, we review the notice, correct the issue, and resubmit at no extra charge. Most rejections come from missing documentation or the wrong exception category, which our preparation process is designed to prevent.