IRS W-7 2010 free printable template

W-7 Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number Form Rev. January 2010 OMB No. 1545-0074 Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service See instructions. For use by individuals who are not U*S* citizens or permanent residents. FOR IRS USE ONLY An IRS individual taxpayer identification number ITIN is for federal tax purposes only. Before you begin Do not submit this form if you have or are eligible to get a U*S* social security number SSN. Getting an ITIN does not...

How to fill out IRS W-7

How to fill out IRS W-7

1. Obtain a blank IRS W-7 form from the IRS website or a local IRS office.
2. Fill out your name as it appears on your legal documents.
3. Provide your mailing address, including the country outside the U.S.
4. Indicate your foreign address, if applicable.
5. Select the appropriate reason for submitting the form (e.g., Nonresident alien required to get an ITIN).
6. Enter your date of birth in the specified format.
7. Complete the section for your country of citizenship.
8. Attach valid original documentation proving your identity and foreign status.
9. Sign and date the form, certifying the information is accurate.
10. Submit the form along with any accompanying documentation to the address indicated in the W-7 instructions.

Who needs IRS W-7?

1. Nonresident aliens who are required to file a U.S. tax return.
2. Individuals who are dependents or spouses of U.S. citizens or resident aliens.
3. Foreign nationals who have U.S. income and need to claim a tax treaty benefit.
4. Anyone who needs an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for U.S. tax purposes.

• What is the W-7 form?
• Who should file the W-7 form?
• • What information do you need when you file the W-7 form?
  • How do I fill out form W-7?
  • Is form W-7 accompanied by other forms?
  • When is the W-7 form due?
  • Where do I send form W-7?

What is the W-7 form?

Form W-7 is the IRS application to get an individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). This number is needed to identify a person eligible to file individual tax returns with the IRS. Individuals may also use it to apply for the ITIN renewal if it has expired before they need to file their tax return.

Who should file the W-7 form?

Form W-7 or Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number is the document for those who need a taxpayer identification number. For instance, completing the w-7 form is necessary for such individuals:

• Permanent US residents without a Social Security Number
• US nonresidents who receive income from US sources and need to pay taxes on them
• Dependents and spouses of the US citizens
• Dependents and spouses of nonresidents who hold a US visa
• Nonresident international students, professors, and researchers filling their tax return or claiming an exception
• Taxpayers who must renew their ITIN due to its expiration

What information do you need when you file the W-7 form?

Before filling out W 7 form, make sure you don't have a Social Security Number or aren't eligible to get one. Then, complete the fields, providing the following information:

• Reason for obtaining an ITIN
• Applicant's details (name, date, and place of birth)
• Applicant's contact details (mailing address and their foreign address)
• Applicant citizenship, country of residence
• Foreign tax ID number, if any
• Type of US visa and its number, if any
• Previous ITIN or IRSN
• List of attached documents to identify the applicant's identity

You can find detailed form w-7 instructions on the Internal Revenue Service website (https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-w-7). Please read them carefully before submitting your application.

How do I fill out form W-7?

The Internal Revenue Service requires taxpayers to file their applications on paper. However, you can fill it out electronically, which is faster and more convenient. To do so, follow the instructions below:

1. Upload your W-7 form to the online editor with the Get Form button.
2. Start filling it out by checking whether you're applying for a new ITIN or a renewed one.
3. Click Next or use the Enter key to move forward.
4. Type in all the essential information and check the appropriate boxes in the document.
5. Add the current date and click on the Signature field to sign your form electronically.
6. Verify your answers and click Done to finish editing.
7. Download your sample or choose one of the file-sharing options.

Please note that the applicant or their legal representative must sign form w-7 if they can't do that themselves (these can be legal representatives appointed with the POA, Declaration of Representative, or parents/guardians if the applicant is a dependent under 18 years of age).

With pdfFiller, you can print a document or email it to your delegated representative for signing with just a click. Also, take advantage of the direct Send via USPS option to file your w-7 form to the IRS by mail right from the editor.

Is form W-7 accompanied by other forms?

To apply for an ITIN, the applicant should provide current documents that prove their identity. These can be a birth certificate, passport, US or foreign driving license, US or foreign military ID, medical records (for dependents under the age of 6), school records (for dependents under 18 y.o.). The IRS requires original documentation or certified copies with the w 7 form. The IRS will return all the original documents to the applicant at the mailing address they indicate. You can enclose a prepaid courier or Express Mail envelope to make this return faster, but it's not obligatory. Also, when filing form w-7, you need to accompany it with your tax return.

When is the W-7 form due?

If the person is applying for ITIN for the first time, they must attach the application to the front of the tax return and send it by the date the return is due. In 2022, it's April 18th.

Where do I send form W-7?

Once completed, send your form W-7 together with the tax return report to the IRS office at the address below:

Internal Revenue Service

ITIN Operation

P.O. Box 149342

Austin, TX 78714-9342

People Also Ask about

Can I file w7 on my own?

You can file Form W-7 with your federal income tax return. A tax return accompanied by one or more W-7 forms cannot be submitted electronically or via mail.

How do I check my W7 status with the IRS?

You can call the IRS toll-free at 800-829-1040 if you are in the United States or 267-941-1000 (not a toll-free number) if you are outside the United States. This service allows you to check the status of your application seven weeks after submitting Form W-7 and your tax return.

How long does it take for the IRS to process w7?

How long will it take to get them back? (updated December 2021) Original documents will be returned to the address on record after processing your application. The IRS is currently processing Form W-7s within 11 weeks after receipt.

How long does the IRS take to give you your ITIN?

A11: If you qualify for an ITIN and your application is complete, you will receive a letter from the IRS assigning your tax identification number usually within seven weeks (up to 11 weeks if requested during peak tax time (January 15 through April 30) or from abroad).

What documents do I need to file a w7?

Proof of U.S. residency for applicants who are dependents. Additional Documentation Requirements. Civil birth certificate. Passports and national identification cards. Medical records. School records.

What is a w7 form for?

Use Form W-7 to apply for an IRS individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). You can also use this form to renew an existing ITIN that is expiring or that has already expired.