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Form W-7 is used to apply for a new IRS individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) or renew an existing ITIN. For more information regarding ITIN's reference What Is An ITIN? A Form W-7 application typically takes at least 7 weeks but can take 9 to 11 weeks if submitted during peak application periods (Jan 15th-April 30th). |
Form W-7 should be completed if:
The taxpayer or spouse is ineligible for a SSN, but needs to complete a US tax return, and does not have an ITIN already
A dependent is ineligible for a SSN but will be claimed on a tax return for a tax benefit and does not have an ITIN already
The taxpayer, spouse, or dependent is still ineligible for a SSN and their ITIN is expired and needs to be renewed
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