Identification Documents
Individual Taxpayer Identification Number(ITIN)
Individuals requiring an identification number to file income tax forms, or for some other specific legal purpose, but who do not qualify for a Social Security number (F–2, J–2, F–1 without job offer, H–4 visa holders), may be eligible for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). To apply for an ITIN, you must submit a W–7 form and supporting documentation to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You may also need a letter from the Social Security Office stating that you are not eligible for a Social Security Number, a “rejection letter”.
You will also need a letter from a University official stating that you neither have a job offer pending, nor have you already secured employment. You can request this verification letter from Payroll Services at 545 WBOB. See more information from the office of Human Resources.
Local Internal Revenue Service offices are located at the following addresses:
250 Marquette Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Open: Monday–
Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
30 E. 7th. Street
St. Paul, MN 55101
Open: Monday–
Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
1550 American E
Suite 700
Bloomington, MN 55425
Open: Monday–
Friday from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Closed 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
ITIN numbers cannot be used for employment. Employment in the United States requires a Social Security Number.
For more information on ITINs, IRS has provided general information in Publication 1915 - Understanding Your IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, (P.S. you need to download a new W–7 form) and information on obtaining an ITIN from abroad.
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