11 Questions
What is the purpose of an ITIN?
To file federal taxes
How long does it take to get an ITIN?
7 weeks
Who is required to apply for an ITIN?
Nonresident or resident aliens without an SSN
What should you do if you have an ITIN and need to file taxes?
Use your ITIN wherever your SSN is requested on your tax return
When are some ITINs required to be renewed?
If not used on a federal tax return for tax years 2019-2021
What should you do if you receive an SSN after previously using an ITIN?
Stop using your ITIN and use your SSN instead
Can an ITIN be used to apply for social security benefits?
No
What should you do if you need to combine tax records under your SSN?
Write a letter to the IRS
What years are ITINs assigned before 2013 expired and must be renewed if needed for a tax return?
2017-2019
Can an ITIN be used to change your employment status?
No
What form provides more information on ITINs?
Form W-7
Study Notes
- Nonresident or resident aliens without an SSN must apply for an ITIN.
- It takes about 7 weeks to get an ITIN.
- If you have an ITIN, enter it wherever your SSN is requested on your tax return.
- Some ITINs must be renewed if not used on a federal tax return for tax years 2019-2021.
- ITINs assigned before 2013 have expired and must be renewed if needed for a tax return in 2023.
- ITINs are for tax use only and do not entitle you to social security benefits or change your employment or immigration status.
- Form W-7 and its instructions provide more information on ITINs.
- If you receive an SSN after previously using an ITIN, stop using the ITIN and use the SSN instead.
- Visit a local IRS office or write a letter to the IRS to combine tax records under your SSN.
- More details on what to include with the letter and where to mail it are available at IRS.gov/ITIN.
Test your knowledge on Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) with this informative quiz. Learn about the requirements to apply for an ITIN, the duration of processing time, and the differences between ITINs and Social Security Numbers (SSNs). Find out if you need to renew your ITIN and how to combine tax records under your SSN. Whether you're a nonresident or resident alien or just curious about ITINs, this quiz is for you!
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