How often do you need to renew your ITIN? Your ITIN remains valid as long as it's used at least once every three years for filing US taxes. Without usage for three consecutive years, it expires on December 31 of the third year.
From PUB 4012: Creating an ITIN in Taxslayer
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I often get asked why someone who does not have a Social Security number, is here illegally, is working under the table for cash or with a 'fake' Social Security number would even want to file taxes. Here is why:
Filing a tax return even without a Social Security number reflects a commitment to civic responsibility and adherence to legal obligations. It demonstrates a person's desire to contribute to the community and uphold the integrity of the tax system. By reporting income and paying taxes, individuals support public services such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure, which benefit society as a whole. Additionally, fulfilling tax responsibilities can be a step towards legal compliance and can potentially assist in future applications for legal residency or work authorization. (though I have helped many who say they will not be applying for citizenship but want to do the right thing) This act of filing taxes, despite the lack of a Social Security number, underscores the individual's dedication to doing the right thing and playing their part in maintaining the societal structure. After the ITIN application is done:
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Please note: I, Mary Meador, AM NOT a certified accountant or tax law expert. I volunteer with VITA providing free tax preparation for individuals and families whose income is less than $66,000 a year. We deal with simple returns at our sites. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of all the information on this site as tax laws change and I may not have a clear understanding of complicated issues. I am trying to provide basic tax preparation information for our volunteers to get started--remember Publication 4012 is your go-to resource for questions, as well as irs.gov and Publication 17. I hope you find this information useful and easy to understand. Thanks for being a VITA/TCE volunteer!
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