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Tax Identification Numbers in America

What are Taxpayer Identification Numbers?

These are the identification numbers utilized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for taxation purposes. They are allotted either by the Social Security Administration (SSA) or by IRS.

Why Taxpayer Identification Numbers?

A Taxpayer Identification Number must be provided on tax return documents, statements and other papers related to tax purposes.

Examples: You need your TIN to file your tax returns, request tax agreement benefits, while opening your bank account, applying for credit card etc.
Different Taxpayer Identification Numbers are as follows:
  • Social Security Number
  • Employer Identification Number
  • Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
  • Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions

SSA issues the Social Security Number while the other TINs are issued by the IRS

Social Security Number in the US

A Social Security number (SSN) is a nine digit number allotted to the U.S. citizens or anyone who has work permit under section 205(c)(2) of the Social Security Act. This number is used by the government to keep track of people's earnings and taxes. The Social Security with-holdings are used to pay the people who have retired or are disabled.

Procedure to receive a new SSN card in America
  • Locate your Social Security Regional office in your area. to find out which is the closest regional office.
  • You can get the application form in your local office or you can download the formfrom the Social Security Administration Web site
  • The application cannot be sent through post as you need to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status. You need to carry your green card or your visa. You need to provide age proof and identity proof. The documents which are suitable are as follows: birth certificate, school record, driver's license, marriage or divorce record, military records, employer ID card, adoption record, passport. They must be original documents or certified copies of the documents
  • The card will be sent to your mailing address in few days. Make sure you have provided them your correct mailing address. You can give your friend's address or business address if you do not have a permanent address.

Employer Identification Number in the US

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also called a Federal Tax Identification Number. This number is used to recognize any commercial sector.

Applying for a new Employer Identification Number

Applying Online

The EIN can be applied and obtained through Internet. Most of the customers prefer this mode of applying for an EIN as it is simple and quick. After the application is completed the information provided by you during an online interview is validated and the EIN is allotted instantly. This online application is valid for those people who have a valid TIN. Click here to apply online.

Applying through EIN Toll-Free Telephone Service

The EIN can be applied by calling the EIN Toll-Free Telephone Service Center at (800) 829-4933. This center operates between 7am and 10pm local time, from Monday to Friday. Your information is collected by an assistor who assigns the EIN and gives you the number over the phone.

International customers can call (267) 941-1099, which is not a toll-free number

Applying through FAX

The Form SS-4can be completed and faxed to your state's FAX number.

Applying through mail
  • T visas are for victims of human trafficking who can assist in investigating crimes related to human trafficking.
  • U visa is for all victims who have been victim criminal activities and that can support in prosecution of those criminals.

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number in US

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a nine-digit number which is allotted to the nonresident people residing in U.S, their spouses and dependents who are unable to receive their (Social Security Number) SSN.

Applying for a new ITIN

The "Application form for Individual Taxpayer Identification Number"is available in PDF down-loadable format. You will have fill in your details and you can either mail the form to the address specified in the form or process the application by using the assistance provided by any IRS authorized Acceptance Agent. Along with the application you need to provide documents that prove your identity.

This ITIN cannot be used to claim your earned income credit.

Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number in US

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also called a Federal Tax Identification Number. This number is used to recognize any commercial sector.

Applying for a new Employer Identification Number

Applying Online

The EIN can be applied and obtained through Internet. Most of the customers prefer this mode of applying for an EIN as it is simple and quick. After the application is completed the information provided by you during an online interview is validated and the EIN is allotted instantly. This online application is valid for those people who have a valid TIN.Click here to apply online.

Applying through EIN Toll-Free Telephone Service

An Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number is a temporary number allotted by IRS to people who are legally adopting a child of U.S citizenship. If the child doesn't possess a SSN then you cannot file your tax return. You will need the ATIN to claim the child as your dependent or claim the child's care credit.

Applying for a new ATIN

To apply for an ATIN you can use Form W-7A.This form should not be used if the child is not a U.S. citizen.

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