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California Earned Income Tax Credit
MyCalEITC.org
ITIN Information
How do I know if I need an ITIN?
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You are ineligible for a Social Security number.
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You want or need to file your federal tax return.
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You are one of the following:
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Nonresident alien who is required to file a U.S. tax return
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U.S. resident alien who is (based on days present in the
U.S.) filing a U.S. tax return -
Dependent or spouse of a U.S. citizen/resident alien2
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Dependent or spouse of a nonresident alien visa holder
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Nonresident alien claiming a tax treaty benefits
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Nonresident alien student, professor or researcher filing a U.S. tax return or claiming an exception
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For more information on tax residency status, please CLICK HERE
How do I apply for an ITIN?
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You must file out a W-7 form
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Prepare your tax return.
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Mail your W-7 form, tax return, proof of identity, and foreign status documents to:
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Internal Revenue Service
Austin Service Center
ITIN Operation
P.O. Box 149342
Austin, TX 78714-9342
*Important note: You will only file your taxes at the address above once when you initially file the W-7 form with your taxes to get an ITIN. In following tax years, you will mail your tax return to the address listed on the tax return instructions.
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For other ways to file for your ITIN, please CLICK HERE
How do I learn more?
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For instructions on how to fill out Form W-7, please CLICK HERE
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To learn if you are eligible for a Social Security Number, please CLICK HERE
Sources
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IRS: How Do I Apply For An ITIN
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IRS: Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
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NILC: Facts About The ITIN
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