Certifying Acceptance Agent

As a Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA), Kent Notaries is authorised by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to assist alien individuals and other foreign taxpayers who are not eligible to obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) with applying for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

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Certifying Acceptance Agent

Individual Taxpayer
Identification Number (ITIN)

As ITIN specialists, we take the time to fully understand your situation so that we submit your Form W-7 application in accordance with the set rules and procedures, significantly helping to reduce any likelihood of your ITIN application being delayed or rejected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Kent Notaries offers the following services:

  • Prepare the IRS Form W-7
  • Review the required supporting documentation to verify the applicant’s identity and foreign status.
  • Issue a Certificate of Accuracy to the IRS that the ITIN application is complete, accurate and that the documentation provided to us for review is authentic.
  • Submit the application on behalf of the foreign individual to the IRS ITIN Operations office for processing.
  • Receive the ITIN directly from the IRS and communicate directly with the IRS on behalf of the applicant with respect to the issuance of the ITIN.
  • Offer expedited ITIN application service with the IRS, who processes ITIN applications submitted by Certifying Acceptance Agents before processing ITIN applications submitted directly by ITIN applicants.

Why use a Certifying Acceptance Agent?

As an established and trusted Certifying Acceptance Agent, Kent Notaries offers a convenient and hassle free way to apply an IRS ITIN number. We can:

  • Certify your identification documents (thereby eliminating the requirement of having to submit original documents to the IRS or having to obtain the necessary certified copies from the Issuing Agency).
  • Help you prepare and apply for your ITIN.
  • Receive the IRS ITIN number so that you do not have to complete each step of the process individually.

You will avoid having to be without your original identity documents (e.g. passport) for up to 8 weeks by using Tax Preparation Services. Additionally, you will be taking zero risk of losing your original documents or having to worry about mailing them overseas to the IRS.

Who can use our services?

We can assist many clients including:

  • Individuals
  • UK corporates and businesses
  • International corporate organisations
  • Certified public accountants
  • Enrolled agents

What is an ITIN used for?

An ITIN is solely used for tax purposes. An ITIN can be used for the following:

  • Filing a US tax return
  • Receiving a US-sourced income
  • If you are a non-resident spouse/ dependent of a US citizen/ resident
  • Claiming a US tax refund
  • Having an investment account in a US bank
  • Selling/intending to sell US real estate

What can an ITIN not be used for?

An ITIN does not:

  • Entitle you to social security benefits and doesn’t change your immigration status or your right to work in the United States.
  • Qualify a dependent for Earned Income Tax Credit purposes.
  • Claim the earned income credit using an ITIN.

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