Form W-7 │ W-7 Certificate of Accuracy

Anyone who wants to apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) must do so on Form W-7.

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Form W-7

In 1996, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued regulations that introduced the ITIN, and required foreign persons to use an ITIN as their unique identification number on Federal tax IDs.

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).

Complete and attach Form W-7 when you file the tax return for which the ITIN is needed. However, if you meet one of the exceptions, complete and submit this form as soon as possible after you determine you are covered by that exception.

The following individuals are eligible to complete Form W-7:

  • Individuals who are required to renew their ITIN in order to file a US federal tax return.
  • Any individual (resident and non-resident aliens, their spouses, and their dependents) who isn’t eligible to get an SSN but who must furnish a taxpayer identification number for US tax purposes or to file a US federal tax return must apply for an ITIN on Form W-7.

What supporting documentation will I need?

  • The document must clearly prove the connection between you and a foreign country. This is applicable to dependents of the applicant as well. Exceptions include applicants from Canada or Mexico or if the applicant is a dependent of U.S. military personnel stationed overseas.
  • The information provided on Form W-7 must be supported by original documents/certified copies from the relevant issuing agency.
  • The documentation you provide must be valid and not expired.


You can access a list of acceptable supporting documents here.

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