Required Documents

Required Documents for ITIN Application

Applying through our IRS Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) service means you never need to mail your original passport.

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Document Checklist

1. Identity Document (Required)

Passport is the only standalone document accepted by the IRS. It proves both identity and foreign status.

• ✅ Any nationality accepted
• ✅ Copy only — no original mailing required (via CAA)
• ✅ Must be valid (not expired)
• ✅ All pages including bio-data page

2. Supporting Tax Document (Required)

You must provide proof of your US tax reason. Choose one:

Tax Reason	Acceptable Document
US dividend / investment income	Form 1042-S, Form 1099-DIV
US real estate (FIRPTA)	Sales contract, closing statement
US LLC / business income	Schedule K-1, EIN confirmation
YouTube / AdSense	Google payment statement
US scholarship / fellowship	Letter from US institution
Spouse/dependent of US taxpayer	US tax return (Form 1040)

3. US Visa (If Applicable)

• Required if you entered the US on a visa
• Include a copy of your visa page
• F-1, J-1, B-1/B-2, H-1B, O-1, etc.

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What You Do NOT Need

❌ A Social Security Number
❌ A US address
❌ A US bank account
❌ To travel to the US
❌ To visit a US embassy or consulate

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Document Standards

• All documents must be provided as clear, legible copies
• Colour scans or photos are acceptable
• Documents in a foreign language may require certified translation

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