W-7

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W-7
Stands forApplication for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (Form W-7)
CategoriesBusiness & Finance

W-7 stands for Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (Form W-7), a tax abbreviation.

Form used to apply for an ITIN, normally attached to the first federal tax return that requires the number, together with original or certified identity documents such as a passport.

Example: She mailed her W-7 with her return and a certified copy of her passport.

Usage notes

Applicants can avoid mailing original documents by using an IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent or visiting an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center.

More tax abbreviations

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  • 1040 – U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (IRS Form 1040)
  • 1040-ES – Estimated Tax for Individuals (IRS Form 1040-ES)
  • 1040-NR – U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return (IRS Form 1040-NR)
  • 1040-SR – U.S. Tax Return for Seniors (IRS Form 1040-SR)
  • 1040-X – Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (IRS Form 1040-X)
  • 1041 – U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts (IRS Form 1041)
  • 1065 – U.S. Return of Partnership Income (IRS Form 1065)
  • 1095-A – Health Insurance Marketplace Statement (IRS Form 1095-A)
  • 1098 – Mortgage Interest Statement (IRS Form 1098)
  • 1098-E – Student Loan Interest Statement (IRS Form 1098-E)
  • 1098-T – Tuition Statement (IRS Form 1098-T)

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