ITIN Services
Professional Tax Preparation & Document Services
EIN Applications
Form W-8BEN – Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner
Form W-8BEN-E – Foreign Entities
Form 1040 – U.S. Individual Income Tax Return
Other applicable U.S. individual tax forms and filings
Our services are fee-based and may include preparation, review, and assistance with applicable U.S. tax forms and applications.
Common Questions
Yes. We offer in‑person, virtual, online portal and secure drop‑off options. We make filing easy and convenient for your schedule.
Walk‑ins welcome and appointments available
At Next‑N‑Line Tax Services, we are Certified IRS Acceptance Agents and can help you apply for or renew an ITIN.
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ITIN application or renewal: $250 per ITIN
- (Each individual—adult or child—requires a separate ITIN application and fee.)
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If you are filing a tax return with us: The ITIN fee is included in your preparation fee.
- We provide free quotes for all tax preparation services.
Requirements for supporting documents
The supporting documents in your ITIN application package must:
- Prove your identity and foreign status
- Be original documents or certified copies
- Be current, not expired on the date you submit your ITIN application package
Dependent applicants, with certain exceptions, must also submit proof of U.S. residency.
Foreign status
Foreign status is your connection to a country outside the U.S.
For example: If you’re from Mexico and live in the U.S., your supporting documents must show your connection to Mexico.
Acceptable documents
We accept 13 documents to prove identity and foreign status.
Submit a passport or two supporting documents.
A passport
You can submit an original valid passport or a certified copy.
A passport proves identity and foreign status
A passport is the only stand-alone document. If you submit an original valid passport or certified copy, you don’t need to submit any other supporting documents.
Dependents applicants: A passport with a date of entry into the U.S. also proves U.S. residency. Otherwise, provide with the passport another document as proof of U.S residency.
Two supporting documents
If you don’t have a valid passport, you must submit two supporting documents:
- One to prove identity
- Another to prove foreign status
One document must show your photo. Exceptions: Dependents under age 14 (or under age 18 if a student).
Documents that prove identity or foreign status
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) photo identification
- Visa issued by the U.S. Department of State
- Foreign military identification card
- National identification card
- Foreign voter’s registration card
- Civil birth certificate (required for applicants under age 18 without a valid passport)*
- Medical records (for dependents under age 6)*
- School records (for dependents under age 24 if a student)*
*May be used to prove foreign status only if documents are foreign.
Documents that prove identity only
- U.S. driver’s license
- U.S. military identification card
- Foreign driver’s license
- U.S. state identification card
Proof of U.S. residency for dependents
Dependent ITIN applicants may be eligible for certain allowable tax benefits.
Applicants who are claimed as dependents for these benefits must provide proof of U.S. residency, unless they’re:
- From Canada or Mexico
- A dependent of U.S. military personnel stationed overseas
Dependents from Canada or Mexico
Proof of U.S. residency isn’t required if the dependent is either:
- Listed on a tax return for tax years 2017 or earlier
- Claimed for any allowable tax benefit except the credit for other dependents (ODC)
If a dependent from Canada or Mexico is claimed for the ODC, proof of U.S. residency is required.
Documents that provide proof of U.S. residency
A valid passport that has a date of entry into the U.S. can be used as proof of U.S. residency.
If you don’t have a passport with a date of entry into the U.S., one of these original* documents can be used with the passport as proof of U.S. residency:
- Under age 6: U.S. medical record, U.S. school record, U.S. state identification card or U.S. visa that meets all supporting document requirements.
- Age 6 to under 18: U.S. school record, U.S. state identification card, U.S. driver’s license or U.S. visa that meets all supporting document requirements.
- Age 18 or older: U.S. school record (only if under age 24), U.S. state identification card, U.S. driver’s license or U.S. visa that meets all supporting document requirements; U.S. bank statement, U.S. rental statement or U.S. utility bill for a U.S. property that lists the applicant’s name and U.S. address.
*An electronic school record, medical record, bank statement, utility bill or rental statement that you receive and print will be considered original.
Additional document requirements
Certified copies of documents
A certified copy is an exact copy of the original document that the original issuing agency provides and certifies. It has the agency’s official, stamped seal.
You can submit certified copies of original documents if you have:
- The original issuing agency certify the original document. Contact them for details.
- Officers at U.S. embassies and consulates overseas provide certification and authentication services. Contact the Consular Section, American Citizens Services of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in advance for hours of operation for these services.
We don’t accept notarized documents. Notarized documents are signed in front of a civil official called a notary public. The notary confirms the signer’s identity, witnesses and records the signing and may add a seal or their signature to validate the document.
Exception: Dependents and spouses of U.S. military personnel may submit original documents, certified copies or notarized copies of identification documents if they’re applying from an overseas or APO/FPO address. A copy of the servicemember’s U.S. military ID is required if the documents are notarized.
Yes. We specialize in:
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Individuals – personal income tax preparation
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ITIN applications and renewals
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Amended tax returns
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Prior‑year and late tax filings
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State income tax returns for all U.S. states
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All types of businesses – from small to large
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LLCs – including single‑member and multi‑member
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Independent contractors – self‑employment and gig‑economy income
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Corporations – C‑corps and S‑corps
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Partnerships – including multi‑member entities
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Nonprofit organizations – filing requirements and compliance
We can also help with:
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Quarterly estimated taxes – calculating, preparing, and submitting your federal and state estimated tax payments to avoid penalties.
Absolutely. We assist with prior-year returns and amendments.
You can check the status of your ITIN by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 (for assistance in English) or 1-800-829-4059 (for TTY/TDD). For faster service, have your legal name, mailing address, and ITIN application details ready when you call. The IRS typically processes ITIN applications within 7–11 weeks, but it may take longer during peak filing seasons.
If you lost or misplaced your ITIN, you can retrieve it by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040. Be prepared to verify your identity by providing your legal name, mailing address, date of birth, and other identifying information. The IRS will not issue a new ITIN — they will give you your existing number. If your ITIN has expired, you will need to renew it before filing your tax return.
To be a qualifying child for the CTC and/or ACTC, the child must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national or U.S. resident alien, and must not have attained age 17 by the end of the tax year.
When do I need to complete these Forms?
Form W-7 – For ITIN Application Process
Form W8 BEN/Form W8 ECI – On receipt of ITIN number you need to complete this Form. Foreign ID number on W8BEN should be ITIN number with number starting with digit 9.
Form W9 – This form is to complete your SSN number if you are your US Citizen, Resident Alien with Valid SSN number.
What Is an Employer Identification Number (EIN)?
An EIN is an Employer Identification Number. EINs are also nine digits, but formatted differently (xx-xxxxxxx).
Every business (i.e LLC, LLP, SCORP, C CORP) is required to file any business tax returns is required to obtain an EIN.
What Is a Social Security Number (SSN)?
An SSN is a Social Security Number. SSNs are nine digits (xxx-xx-xxxx) and belong to US citizens and authorized residents/U.S Green Card Holders.
Individuals who are employed and receive wages must have an SSN or apply for one. Every employer who sets up payroll and pays an individual wages must request the employee’s SSN and report the wages using that number [Except for foreign nationals who are domiciled in foreign country and are in USA for short visit as performers and who are eligible for treaty exemption claim under US/Foreign Country Treaty can apply for ITIN]. Parents must also obtain an SSN for any child that the parent(s) claim on an income tax return.
SSNs are issued by the Social Security Administration (SSA), and anyone who is eligible to have an SSN may apply for one by completing an application known as the Form SS-5. Any taxpayer with an SSN must use the SSN as an identifying number on their tax returns and not the ITIN details.
Processing time for SSN: varies from few weeks (if resident in USA) and up to 6 month for U.S Citizens applying via USA Embassy in foreign country.
Below link is link to apply for SSN.