My wife and kids (and other dependents) are from Canada and have a TN Visa but do not have Social Security and/or Tax ID numbers. Can I still Efile my return and put them as dependents on my returns?
No, you may not Efile your return as you will be required to first apply for a tax id number for each and every dependent/family member you wish to put on your tax return. You may still qualify for the dependent exemption for them, however, you will be required to complete the ITIN Application, known as the W7, concurrently with your US Individual Tax Return. Visit our Forms page to see the ITIN Instructions flyer for instructions on how to get the necessary paperwork ready. We do many such filings for people applying for TIN numbers during tax season.
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