Can I apply for an ITIN without attaching a tax return in 2026?
I need an ITIN for a treaty withholding claim on partnership income. Do I have to attach a tax return to my W-7, or is there an exception path for 2026?
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Do I have to send a tax return with my Form W-7 in 2026?
I read the W-7 instructions and they mention you `generally` submit it with a tax return. But I've also seen exceptions. What's the default for 2026?
Can a foreign owner use the IRS online EIN application in 2026?
The IRS website has an online EIN tool that promises an instant EIN. Can I use it as a foreign founder, or is it US-residents-only? What's the actual rule for 2026?
What do I do if my EIN hasn't arrived by the time my 2026 return is due?
I applied for an EIN by fax in February 2026 and still haven't received it. My 5472 + pro forma 1120 is due April 15. I don't want to miss the deadline waiting on the EIN.
Can I get an EIN for my U.S. LLC in 2026 if I have no SSN or ITIN?
I formed a Wyoming LLC last month and need an EIN to open a Mercury bank account. I'm not a U.S. citizen or resident — no SSN, no ITIN. The IRS online application keeps rejecting me. What's the right ...
Where do I mail my Form W-7 ITIN package in 2026?
I'm ready to send my W-7. Do I send it to the same address as my tax return, or is there a separate ITIN processing address for 2026?
Can my ITIN expire if I haven't used it on a tax return for a few years?
I got an ITIN back in 2022 to file a one-time return. I haven't filed since. Is my ITIN still valid for 2026, or did it expire?
How long does an ITIN application take from outside the U.S. in 2026?
I need an ITIN for a treaty withholding claim. I'm filing from overseas. The IRS site mentions processing times — how long should I plan for?
Do I automatically need an ITIN in 2026 just because I own a U.S. LLC from outside the country?
I'm a foreign owner of a single-member LLC. Some service providers tell me I need an ITIN immediately. Others say I only need one when I have to file a personal return. What's the actual IRS rule for ...
Can I get an EIN by phone as an international applicant in 2026?
I need an EIN fast. I'm based outside the U.S. Is the IRS phone application path still open to international applicants in 2026?
What documents can I send with Form W-7 in 2026?
I want to apply for an ITIN. What kinds of identity documents does the IRS accept with Form W-7 for tax year 2026?
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