Apply for Your U.S. ITIN (IRS) Online for Non-Residents

ITIN is only for foreign nationals and others who have federal tax filing or reporting requirements but do not qualify for a Social Security Number (SSN). Examples include:

• Non-U.S. citizens who do not qualify for an SSN

• Non-U.S. resident aliens required to file a U.S. tax return

• U.S. resident aliens filing a U.S. tax return

• Dependents / spouses of U.S. citizens or resident aliens

• Dependents / spouses of non-U.S. resident alien visa holders

Once you submit your application through an ITIN application service, the IRS usually processes it within 8–13 weeks.

Expired ITINs must be renewed to file taxes and avoid processing delays. This applies to all ITIN holders, including those with an ITIN number for child or ITIN number for spouse.

No, an ITIN does not authorize employment. It is solely for tax purposes.

Find out which Tax ID is right for you:

• ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number): For individuals who don’t qualify for a Social Security Number (SSN). ITIN number is used for personal tax filing and compliance.
• EIN (Employer Identification Number): For businesses to legally operate in the U.S., open a business bank account, hire employees, and file taxes. If you need a EIN number, click here.