Individual Taxpayer Identification Number

New Applications

All rental property owners in the US must have a US Tax ID (ITIN). The application for the ITIN should be made at the time the property is purchased, or within a few weeks of purchase. We can assist in this process.

We are Certified Acceptance Agents before the IRS and in recognition of this, we are allowed to submit applications on a client’s behalf without the usual requirement of mailing their original passport (or other original documents) to the IRS in Texas.

The ITIN is a number issued by the Internal Revenue Service for individuals not eligible for a US Social Security Number. It is easily recognized – a 9-digit number beginning with a “9” e.g. 9XX-XX-XXXX

This tax identification number enables the individual to file non–resident US tax returns, (as required by Federal Law).The US Tax ID, (ITIN) is also required by banks, lending institutions and management companies. It is needed in order to obtain a license to rent out the property, and if not produced, may result in a 30% loss of rental income to the IRS.

The ITIN does not authorize work in the US or provide eligibility for Social Security benefits or the Earned Income Tax Credit. ITIN’s are not valid identification outside the tax system.

The ITIN application and subsequent renewals are obtained by submitting a signed W7 form which can be downloaded from this website. Please contact us regarding the identification process required and we will gladly supply details.

ITIN Renewals

ITIN’s are now issued for a five- year period only and then they must be renewed. The IRS are in the midst of a renewal process for all ITIN’s issued prior to 2013. This rolling renewal process commenced in 2016 will continue for the foreseeable future.

We can assist in this process by applying for your renewal after verifying your identity either in person or via an approved video interview. Providing you apply in the renewal year, you will retain your original number and receive an up to date certificate with a new expiration date

Please contact our office about new applications or renewals and we will be happy to discuss your requirements and apply for Tax IDs as required.

Please telephone +44 (0) 1925 758330