Your ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is vital for non-US tax residents. Many ignore its validity — and then can't file, can't get refunds, and even see their immigration plans affected.
Your ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is vital for non-US tax residents. Many people ignore its validity, only to find they can no longer file taxes or claim refunds — and in some cases, their immigration applications are affected too. For example:
If an ITIN is not used for three consecutive years, the IRS automatically makes it inactive. Once expired, you cannot file taxes or claim refunds — renew as early as possible.
If your name, visa status or other details change, your ITIN must be updated as well.
With or without income, non-residents holding an ITIN must file taxes on time, to avoid penalties caused by an expired number.
Serious consequences of an expired ITIN: you can't file taxes or claim refunds; US credit cards and bank accounts may be restricted or frozen; and an expired ITIN can affect your tax records and thus delay visa or green card applications.
Including a scanned copy of your passport, national ID or driver's licence. If your visa information changed, provide the relevant documents too.
Submit your renewal application and wait for review — this generally takes 6–8 weeks.
Check your ITIN status regularly, especially before tax season. If your identity information changes, update your ITIN promptly to stay tax-compliant.
If you need to renew, or you don't have a number yet and need one to file, our CAA partner can help you apply for an ITIN tax number online correctly and handle the follow-up.
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