ITIN services in Passaic County, NJ

What is an ITIN?

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number is a nine-digit number issued by the IRS to people who need to file U.S. taxes but cannot get a Social Security Number. It’s issued purely for tax purposes.

An ITIN is the key that unlocks a lot of ordinary life:

Why it matters

  • File your federal taxes and build a record of compliance
  • Open a bank account: most banks accept an ITIN with a valid passport

  • Apply for a New Jersey standard driver’s license: New Jersey accepts an ITIN as part of its six-point ID requirement

  • Get an EIN and register a business in your name
  • Build a documented financial history in the United States

Who needs one?

  • Workers without a Social Security Number who earned income in the U.S.
  • Foreign nationals who own a U.S. business or earn U.S. income
  • Non-citizen spouses and dependents of U.S. taxpayers
  • Anyone who needs to file a federal return and isn’t SSN-eligible

What an ITIN is not

Be clear on this, because some people will tell you otherwise:

It is NOT work authorization

It does NOT change your immigration status

It does NOT make you eligible for Social Security or most federal benefits

It is NOT a general-purpose identification card

How we help you

We prepare and file Form W-7, usually submitted together with your tax return.

  • Confirm you’re actually eligible before you spend a dollar
  • Prepare the W-7 and the accompanying return
  • Review and organize your identity and foreign-status documents
  • Explain exactly what happens to your original documents and how to protect them
  • Help with IRS follow-up

Realistic timeline: ITIN processing generally takes about seven weeks, and nine to eleven weeks during peak filing season or for applications sent from abroad. There is no expedited option.

To consider: 

  • It is not possible to track your ITIN application but we can follow up with the IRS regarding your application.

FAQ’s

The following are just a few of the most frequent questions by our clients related to ITIN and ITIN renewals. You can check our FAQ page with more related questions.

An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a nine-digit number issued by the IRS to people who need a U.S. taxpayer identification number but are not eligible for a Social Security number. It is primarily used for federal tax purposes.

Potentially, yes. You do not need to be a U.S. citizen or have lawful immigration status to qualify for an ITIN. However, you must meet the IRS eligibility requirements and provide the necessary documentation.

You generally need a completed Form W-7, an applicable federal tax return or documentation supporting an exception, and acceptable proof of identity and foreign status. A valid passport is usually the simplest standalone document because it can establish both identity and foreign status.

In most cases, yes. You generally submit Form W-7 with a federal tax return. However, certain applicants qualify for an exception to the tax-return requirement and may apply with supporting documentation instead.

Yes, in some cases. The IRS accepts certain combinations of identity and foreign-status documents, depending on your situation. A passport is usually the only document that establishes both requirements by itself. If you do not have one, your documents must meet the IRS rules.

IRS processing generally takes about seven weeks, although it may take nine to eleven weeks during peak filing season or for applications submitted from abroad. Processing times can vary, and submitting a complete application helps avoid unnecessary delays.

The IRS does not charge a fee to process Form W-7. However, tax preparation, application assistance, and other professional services may have separate fees. Contact Evas Agency for pricing based on your situation.

An ITIN generally expires if it has not been used on a federal tax return for three consecutive tax years. Some ITINs may expire under other IRS rules. We can help you determine whether renewal is necessary before preparing your return.

You generally submit Form W-7 and select the renewal option, along with the required supporting documentation. A federal tax return is not always required solely for renewal. We can review your circumstances and prepare the necessary paperwork.

You can generally submit a federal tax return even if your ITIN has expired, but the return may be processed with delays or affected tax benefits may be unavailable until the ITIN is renewed. Renewing it when necessary can help avoid complications.

Need an ITIN or have one expired?

Don’t let confusing IRS requirements delay your tax filing. Evas Agency can help you determine whether you qualify, prepare your application, and understand the next steps.