What information must be included on Form W-7/W-7(SP)?
Form W-7/W-7(SP) will request the following type of information: • Reason for applying • Applicant’s full name (and birth name if different) • Applicant’s foreign address • Applicant’s country of citizenship • Applicant’s mailing address • Applicant’s date and place of birth • Information about a passport or visa • The signature of the applicant, or if the applicant is a dependent under the age of 14, it may be the signature of the parent, court appointed guardian or Power of Attorney. (see “Signature” later in this Publication). NOTE: In addition to completing the form you must also attach appropriate identification documents and a valid US Federal income tax return (unless an exception to the return filing requirement is met). General information for the completion of Form W-7/W-7(SP) begins on Page 13.
