What is an ITIN? Who needs an ITIN? The ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a 9-digit tax processing number (similar to a social security number) always starting with the number 9 that is issued by the Internal Revenue Service, ensuring that individuals who are not eligible for a social security number (including unauthorized immigrants) who work and earn money in the United States pay taxes on those earnings. Those who need an ITIN are as follows: people who do not have a lawful status in the U.S. and individuals in the U.S. that are not eligible for a social security number. This is not an extensive list of those who need an ITIN.
Whatever the reason for needing an ITIN, we can assist you in completing and submitting the paperwork to the IRS, hopefully alleviating stress that you may have relating to the matter. Let our team of accounting professionals assist you with obtaining your ITIN. Do it right the first time.