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What is an Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Application operation and how to get one

We address the issue of getting an ITIN. Many ITIN applications are rejected, but why?

An Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) via form W-7 operation and instructions is often required by foreigners (non-US residents)  that need to file a 1040 tax return with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or need a bank account or wish to obtain a mortgage for real estate property.

What is an ITIN operation procedure, and how can we help you apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) from the USA’s Internal Revenue Service (IRS)? The ITIN operation procedure is a simple one if done right.

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is issued by the United States (U.S.) tax authority called the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) through an application W-7 operation. An ITIN is a 9-digit number. ITIN is for foreigners needing a taxpayer identification number and may be used for other forms of I.D.

ITIN or SSN is the question that is frequently asked by expats moving to the U.S. An ITIN is not an SSN, and an SSN is not an ITIN. They are unique reference numbers, and only one is obtained.

American citizens and green card holders may have a Social Security Number (SSN) tax identification number. It is unlikely that a British, Spanish or Hong Kong person or any other foreign person will obtain an SSN. It is most likely that someone moving or investing in the United States of America will need to get an ITIN to be identified for tax purposes.

You may have a Unique Tax Reference (UTR) number issued by HMRC for U.K. tax purposes in the United Kingdom. The ITIN number is the American equivalent. Obtaining an ITIN number allows non-American citizens and green card holders to file a 1040 tax return to the IRS by using their ITIN number. The ITIN operation can be done with the use of a specialist.

Please note that the ITIN number obtained by foreigners living in the United States does not entitle them to financial benefits, nor does it change your VISA immigration status. Who issues ITIN numbers through this complex operation? This is a common question that needs to be answered. The IRS in the United States provides ITIN numbers to Brits, Spanish, and Hong Kongers moving to America.

Did you know that foreigners (non-residents) moving to the U.S. are called aliens? Foreigners or aliens that live in the United States are referred to as resident aliens. For foreigners or aliens that do not live in the United States are called non-resident aliens.

It is possible for you to get an ITIN as a US resident and a non-US resident via the IRS operation. Obtaining an ITIN as a US resident is easier as you can make an appointment at one of the IRS offices. The ITIN operation can lead to delays if the forms are not completed correctly.

The cost of getting an ITIN is not significant. Many foreigners (non-US residents) will choose to do it on their own. However, we have seen many delays caused by a lack of understanding and errors. Do not be fooled by the price of using a specialist over the cost of getting it wrong.

If you are getting an ITIN, check out our US tax calculators to help determine how much you will need to pay the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Be sure to get help with the Internal Revenue Service ITIN operation & instructions to prevent delays and reduce stress. It is important to address all the issues that may come up with the W-7 form sent to the IRS before it is hosted. The IRS are not forgiving when accidental mistakes are made.

Some of the other benefits of having an ITIN (IRS Form W-7) are as follows

Mortgage

Get a mortgage on a real estate property that you live in or as an investment

Bank accounts

Open a bank account and use the ITIN to identify yourself with the bank manager

Tax credits

ITIN holders will also benefit from child tax credits that help you reduce IRS tax liabilities when completing your 1040 tax return.

Form W-7 Internal Revenue Service (IRS) ITIN application operation eligibility for US residents and non-residents

Anyone required by the United States of America to file a 1040 tax return to the IRS but does not have an SSN number can obtain an ITIN through the W-7 application operation process. Getting a Tax ID allows you to apply for mortgages and file taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

This is achieved as a US or non-resident living in another country.

Using a specialist to obtain an ITIN and prepare 1040 tax returns is always a cost, but the benefits outweigh the cost of getting it wrong. This is especially the case in the United States (U.S.). We will ensure your ITIN application is correct before sending the W-7 form to the IRS postal address. It is important you understand the IRS instructions before submitting the documents to them.

What is the process for Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) - Address the issues before they arise

There are different ways in which you can obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)

US residents: In-person by visiting designated IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs). Please note the American spelling rather than the British spelling of Centres. ITIN appointments are possible by contacting the Internal revenue Service branch that you wish to meet.

All this information is also included in the IRS W-7 instructions

Doing the ITIN procedure on your own does reduce the cost of getting a tax ID, but how confident are you that the forms submitted to the IRS are error-free?

We address common mistakes before they are even made to prevent delays.

Ways to get a W-7 submitted to the IRS as a US resident

W-7 complete & send to the IRS

By completing the ITIN form w-7 and submitting it with all relevant original documents to the address below

Meet with the IRS in a local branch

In-person by visiting designated IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs). Please note the American spelling rather than the British spelling of Centres. ITIN appointments are possible by contacting the IRS branch that you wish to meet.

Use a professional

Use an Acceptance Agents (AA)* or Certified Acceptance Agents (CAA)** through using the online forms provided by Optimise Accountants

Who are Acceptance Agents (AA) and Certifying Acceptance Agents (CAA) that help non-residents with the W-7 Forms

Non-residents can still obtain an ITIN tax ID from the IRS

* An Acceptance Agent (AA) can help you complete and file Form W-7 operation. To get a list of agents, visit IRS.gov and enter the “acceptance agent program” in the search box. An A.A. will need to submit original documentation or certified copies of the documentation from the issuing agency to the IRS for all applicants.

**A Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) can verify original documentation and certified copies of the documentation from the issuing agency for primary and secondary applicants and their dependents, except for foreign military identification cards. For dependents, CAAs can only verify passports and birth certificates. The CAA will return the documentation immediately after reviewing its authenticity. Taxpayers outside the United States can apply for an ITIN through a CAA.

A good CAA will help you walk through the W7 instructions and ensure your application has the best chance of success.

Completing the W-7 to obtain an Individual Tax Identification Numbers from the IRS

Anyone looking to obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for U.S. tax purposes to file 1040 tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must complete an ITIN form w-7. The W-7 form may also be used for ITIN number renewals if the ITIN expiration date has been reached.

An ITIN will reach its expiration date if it has not been used to file a 1040 tax return to the IRS within three tax years. Do not worry; you can use the ITIN form w-7 to renew the expiration number.

It is possible to complete the W-7 ITIN form yourself and send it to the below address with the documentation outlined above. The issue is whether the form has been done correctly. Any errors will result in unnecessary delays that may impact your travel plans or tax return submissions.

Internal Revenue Service

ITIN Operation

P.O. Box 149342

Austin, TX 78714-9342

By private delivery services. If you use a personal delivery service, submit your Form W-7, your tax return (if applicable) or other documents required by an exception, and the documentation described under Supporting Documentation Requirements earlier to:

Internal Revenue Service

ITIN Operation

Mail Stop 6090-AUSC

3651 S. Interregional, Hwy 35

Austin, TX 78741-0000

These details may also be found on the W 7 instructions by the Internal revenue Service.

You must use the correct postal address. Sending the forms to a different address will result in delays or, worse, a lost W-7 form.

Please note that it can take between 6 and 12 weeks to process and receive your ITIN number, provided the forms are completed correctly. The ITIN operation procedure is complex and will lead to delays if mistakes are made.

Let me stress that the cost of errors in competing for the forms is significant in terms of time and cost of rectification. One of them is posting the form to the incorrect address (I hope we have now over-emphasised this point).

To obtain a tax ID number, you will need to submit supporting documentation as listed below in the ITIN operation:

Passport

Passport from a foreign country that is used for identification purposes and to demonstrate your foreign status

US VISA

You have obtained U.S. VISAs through the U.S. department of state and your immigration attorney.

Driving licence

Driving licence, whether that is U.S. or foreign, originals are required even if it is US or foreign

Identity card

National Identification card that includes your details and address.

Birth Certicate

Needs to be an original birth certificate

Why use Optimise Accountants Certified Acceptance Agents (CAA)

There are good reasons for using our Certified Acceptance Agents (CAA) to help you complete the W-7 ITIN form within the IRS operation procedure. We will address any issues the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may have with your application before we post it to them.

Benefit Vs cost of using a CAA from Optimise Accountants

Expertise:

We are experts in completing and submitting the W-7 ITIN forms. Our experience and knowledge of building these forms equip us to identify common mistakes that could delay your ITIN application.

Security:

For many people requiring an ITIN number may not want to send original documents to America in case they do not see them again. This is not to say that the IRS purposefully lose documentation as it may not even get there through losses in the postal force. It is a significant risk, and you will need to request new originals that will cost you emotional pain, time and money.

Travel:

We can save you the travel time and costs of going to America just to get an ITIN form from the IRS.

Tax ID numbers for your Expat tax return

We can help British people moving or investing in the United States complete their 1040 tax returns to the IRS. Obtaining an ITIN number through Optimise Accountants will be the first step to ensure that you file a 1040 tax return to the IRS that may be examined carefully by our international expat tax experts.

We will review the U.K. tax returns you submit to HMRC alongside the 1040 tax return submitted to the IRS to ensure tax efficiency across the Atlantic.

ITIN FAQ

Can i hire someone with an ITIN number?

As an employer, you may be asking, “can i hire someone with an ITIN number? The answer is yes you can.  An employee with an ITIN number has a tax ID for payroll purposes.

When inputting W-2 information, the SSN should be entered as shown on the Form W-2 issued by the employer. It is now possible to e-file a return with an ITIN/SSN mismatch

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