ITIN Application
If you earn U.S. income but cannot get a Social Security Number, you need an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. As an Enrolled Agent, we prepare and submit Form W-7 so your application goes in correctly the first time.
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In short: An ITIN is the taxpayer identification number for people who earn U.S. income but cannot get a Social Security Number. As an Enrolled Agent firm we prepare your Form W-7, review your supporting documents, and handle the IRS submission and follow-up. Your passport is submitted as an original or as a copy certified by the issuing agency.
What's Included
- Form W-7 preparation and review by an Enrolled Agent
- Document and W-7 category guidance (what to submit and how)
- IRS submission with required tax return
- ITIN status tracking and follow-up
- ITIN assignment letter delivery
Timeline: IRS processing typically 6-10 weeks after submission
Not included:
- Tax return preparation (quoted separately)
- Passport translation / notarization
What Happens After You Purchase
- 1Secure checkout via Stripe
- 2Portal invitation within 1 hour
- 3Upload your documents securely
- 4Prepared and delivered by an Enrolled Agent
"Arc & Ledger provided exceptional service, making my tax preparation seamless and stress-free."
- Christian S.
U.S. Income Requires a U.S. Tax ID
The IRS requires anyone with U.S. tax obligations to have a taxpayer identification number. For foreign nationals who are not eligible for a Social Security Number, the ITIN is the only option. Without one, you cannot file a return, claim treaty benefits, or receive refunds you may be owed.
The Form W-7 application requires you to establish your foreign status, prove your identity, and select the correct applicant category. Selecting the wrong category or submitting incomplete documentation are the two most common reasons applications are rejected. We eliminate both risks.
Enrolled Agent Representation
As a federally authorized Enrolled Agent, we are empowered to represent you before the IRS and submit Form W-7 on your behalf. This means fewer back-and-forth delays and a direct line of communication with the IRS if questions arise.
ITIN Application
- Eligibility review and W-7 category determination
- Form W-7 preparation with all required certifications
- Supporting document checklist and review
- IRS submission (typically processed in 7–11 weeks)
- Follow-up on ITIN assignment status
- Guidance on using ITIN for your first tax filing
Important: ITINs are issued for tax purposes only. They do not authorize work or provide eligibility for Social Security benefits.
How It Works
Four steps from engagement to ITIN in hand.
Eligibility Review
We confirm your ITIN category under the W-7 instructions – whether you are a non-resident alien with U.S. income, a dependent, or a treaty claimant.
Document Checklist
You receive a tailored list of the exact documents the IRS requires for your category. We review everything before submission to catch issues early.
W-7 Preparation
We prepare Form W-7 with accurate category selection, certifications, and all supporting statements required by the IRS.
Submission & Follow-Up
We submit to the IRS and monitor the application. Once assigned, your ITIN is delivered along with guidance on how to use it for your first return.
How Your Documents Are Submitted
As your Enrolled Agent, we prepare your Form W-7, confirm your reason category, and represent you before the IRS. Here is how the identity documents work:
- Passport: submitted as an original or a certified copy issued by the agency that gave you the passport. A passport is the one document that proves both identity and foreign status on its own.
- Notarized copies are never accepted: the IRS requires either originals or copies certified by the issuing government agency with an official seal.
- Prefer not to mail your original passport? We will tell you whether an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center or an IRS-authorized Acceptance Agent near you can verify it in person, so your original stays with you.
Who Needs an ITIN
Common situations where an ITIN is required or beneficial.
U.S. Rental Income
Foreign nationals who own U.S. rental property must file a U.S. return and need an ITIN to do so.
Freelancing for U.S. Clients
Non-residents who provide services to U.S. companies and receive Form 1099 income are required to file and need a U.S. tax ID.
U.S. Real Estate Investment
FIRPTA withholding and related filings for foreign real estate investors require an ITIN for both buyers and sellers.
Married to a U.S. Citizen
A foreign spouse being claimed as an exemption or filing jointly on a U.S. return needs an ITIN if they lack an SSN.
U.S. Tax Treaty Claims
Claiming reduced withholding rates under an applicable tax treaty requires a valid U.S. taxpayer identification number.
Dependents Outside the U.S.
Foreign dependents claimed on a U.S. return must each have an ITIN. We handle the application for each family member.
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Don't let a missing tax ID prevent you from filing your U.S. return or opening a business account. We'll handle the W-7 preparation and IRS submission start to finish.
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