How long does it take to get an ITIN?
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a tax processing number issued by the Internal Revenue Service. Now, keep in mind, if you don’t provide a passport for this requirement, then you have to provide two valid identification documentation. Now, if you don’t have a valid passport, the IRS does have a list of alternate acceptable identification documentation.
However, ITIN filers can claim the Other Dependent Credit for a dependent who has an ITIN and is a U.S. resident. If an ITIN filer has a dependent child with an SSN, they may be eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit. ITINs allow taxpayers to stay in compliance with United States tax law. In some cases (such as claiming some dependent-connected tax benefits or filing jointly with a spouse), ITINs allow a taxpayer to benefit from tax rules that apply to all filers and not only to those with an SSN.
One of the requirements for the ITIN application is to have proof of your identification.
For this part of the process, you will need to have internet access. You will also need to use a device that has a camera such as a smart phone, tablet, or webcam on your computer or laptop. If you don’t have access to the internet, or if we are not able to meet with you in person, then we will not be able to help you apply for the ITIN. That is one component of it, but there are obviously different requirements as well for the application. And people have also misunderstood that you can just simply turn that W7 form and that’s it.
