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infoWhat is a Certified Acceptance Agent?

A Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) is authorized by the IRS to help people who are not eligible for a Social Security Number apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). A CAA can verify your identity documents, such as a passport, so you do not have to mail the originals to the IRS.

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• Operates under a written agreement with the IRS specifically for the ITIN program.
• Can verify original identity documents (like passports and birth certificates) so you keep them instead of mailing them to the IRS.
• Prepares and submits Form W-7 ITIN applications and certifies supporting documents.
• Especially valuable for new arrivals, nonresident taxpayers, and families applying for dependents\u2019 ITINs.
• Many CAAs are also tax preparers, so they can file the return that accompanies the ITIN application.

helpWhy use a CAA instead of applying alone?

Applying for an ITIN directly means mailing original identity documents to the IRS or visiting a taxpayer assistance center. A CAA verifies your documents in person, lets you keep your passport, helps avoid the common errors that get W-7 applications rejected, and can file the accompanying tax return at the same time.

gavelWhen do I need a Certified Acceptance Agent?

If you or a family member need an ITIN - for example, a nonresident filing a US return, or a dependent without a Social Security Number - a CAA makes the process faster and safer. Search above to find one near you and read what other clients say.