Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)

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ITINS EXPIRE – YOU MIGHT HAVE TO RENEW

If your ITIN was not included on a U.S. Federal Tax Return at least once for tax years 2020, 2021 and 2022, your ITIN would have expired on December 31, 2023.

If ITINs were issued before 2013, they expire on a rolling basis.

Visit one of these ITIN Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) sites that can help with your tax return for free AND assist with your ITIN renewal or new application.

ITIN Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) sites 2024

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CREDITS YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR

The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) with an ITIN – up to $3,000.
The Young Child Tax Credit is a credit from the State of California that ITIN filers with children under the age of 6 may also qualify for up to $1,083 per eligible tax return.
The Child Tax Credit is a federal tax credit that ITIN filers can claim for their qualifying children who have a valid Social Security Number. Certain taxpayers may receive a refund of up to $2,000 per qualifying child.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions

What is an ITIN?

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 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).

What is it used for?

IRS issues ITINs to help individuals comply with the U.S. tax laws, and to provide a means to efficiently process and account for tax returns. They are issued regardless of immigration status. You can also use it to: open a bank account, get a credit card, get a loan, buy a house.

What is it not used for?

An ITIN does not:

Authorize work in the U.S.
Provide eligibility for Social Security benefits
Qualify a dependent for Earned Income Tax Credit Purpose

Does an ITIN need to be renewed?

ITINs Expire:

If your ITIN was not included on a U.S. Federal Tax return at least once for tax years 2020, 2021 and 2022, your ITIN will expire on December 31, 2023.
If ITINs were issued before 2013, they expire on a rolling basis
Apply for or renew your ITIN as soon as possible to avoid delays. They may take up to several months to process.
You do NOT need to pay to renew or apply for an ITIN if you are using one of our VITA CAA approved sites below.
If you previously submitted a renewal application and it was approved, you do not need to renew it again.

What does the ITIN application process look like?

To apply for an ITIN, the taxpayer must:

Complete the ITIN application form W-7, for them and their spouse and dependents (if applicable)
File a tax return to be mailed in with their completed W-7 form and required official documents
Make an UWBA CAA VITA Site near them to assist them with the process for FREE, saving them over $300 per application.

See our listing of CAA sites to find one near you and make an appointment You can apply for an ITIN any time during the year when you have a filing or reporting requirement. At a minimum, you should complete Form W-7 when you are ready to file your federal income tax return by the return's prescribed due date. If the tax return you attach to Form W-7 is filed after the return's due date, you may owe interest and/or penalties. You will receive a letter from the IRS assigning your tax identification number usually within seven weeks if you qualify for an ITIN and your application is complete.

What documents are needed to apply for an ITIN?

ITIN SAMPLE application 2024 If you submit an original valid passport or a certified copy from the issuing agency, you don’t need to submit any other documents from the table, unless the passport is for a dependent and it doesn’t include a date of entry into the U.S. See our listing of CAA sites to find a location near you and schedule an appointment. Please be sure to ask them what documents to bring for you and your family before you schedule and arrive at your appointment.

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)​