Applying for a U.S. tax ID number

Get help applying for an individual tax identification number (ITIN).

To file your U.S. taxes, you’ll need a tax identification number.

U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and individuals eligible to work in the U.S. can obtain a social security number (SSN). A SSN is the ordinary tax identification number used in the U.S. tax system. Non-resident aliens who are not eligible for a SSN but who have U.S. tax filing obligations must apply for an individual tax identification number (ITIN). We can assist you in obtaining an ITIN. Applying for an individual tax identification number requires the preparation and submission of Form W-7 along with a certified copy of your Canadian passport.

We can also assist in requesting an employer identification number (EIN) for a trust or estate. This number serves as a tax ID number for a trust or estate.

If you need help applying for an individual tax identification number, contact us. We’ll help make the process as frictionless as possible.

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Cross-border tax returns can be complex. Our mission is to streamline the process to give you a frictionless tax return.