Where can I go to get an ITIN number?
Mia Ramsey
Published Feb 12, 2026
You can apply for an ITIN by bringing your completed forms and documentation to any IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center in the United States or IRS office abroad. If an individual is unable to apply in person, you can also apply for an ITIN from a foreign country.
How do I get an ITIN number for an illegal immigrant?
To obtain an ITIN you’ll need to file the appropriate paperwork.
- Complete a W-7 application.
- Submit it to the IRS along with a completed tax return.
- Once the application has been approved, you’ll be mailed an ITIN.
Who is eligible for a ITIN?
ITIN. An ITIN, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, is a tax processing number only available for certain nonresident and resident aliens, their spouses, and dependents who cannot get a Social Security Number (SSN). It is a 9-digit number, beginning with the number “9”, formatted like an SSN (NNN-NN-NNNN).
What do you need to know about the ITIN number?
ITIN Number. ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number) is a tax ID number issued by the IRS to individuals who are required to have a U.S. taxpayer identification number but who do not have and are not eligible to get a Social Security number (SSN). ITIN allows non-U.S. citizens to file taxes and open a bank account without an SSN.
How do I call the IRS to apply for an ITIN?
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 to get an ITIN if you live abroad?
Tax filers who live abroad can also obtain an ITIN. The ITIN is a nine-digit number that’s formatted similarly to an SSN. To apply for an ITIN, you must complete IRS Form W-7, Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. This single-page application will require your:
Where can I renew my ITIN number for free?
ITIN applications and renewals are FREE when you file a Federal tax return at participating locations nationwide. . Scroll to bottom of page. Who needs to Renew?
