What if I don’t have an ITIN?

To apply for an ITIN, file Form W-7, “Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number” (see helpful links below) with the IRS. It usually takes 4-6 weeks to receive an ITIN from the IRS. The ITIN allows you to claim your country’s reduced tax treaty rate (if applicable) when you do not have a Social Security Number (SSN) and not eligible to get one.