Trying to file W-7 for wife is new immigrant via K-1 visa status (now married).
Q) Trying to file W-7 for wife is new immigrant via K-1 visa status (now married). Is there an agent in Wausau, WI who can provide certified copies of her passport, and National ID, I-94 form so I can submit them with W-7 form?
A) To apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) using Form W-7, you are required to provide original documents or certified copies of certain documents to the IRS. The documents needed include your spouse’s passport and a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued document such as the I-94 form.
To obtain certified copies of your spouse’s documents, you can go to the nearest IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center or a Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) authorized by the IRS. However, it’s important to note that not all IRS offices or CAAs provide document certification services.
To find a CAA near you, you can use the IRS’s Acceptance Agent Program page (https://www.irs.gov/individuals/international-taxpayers/acceptance-agent-program). Simply select your state (Wisconsin) from the drop-down menu, and then search for the nearest agent in your area.
If you prefer to visit an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center, you can use the IRS’s Taxpayer Assistance Center Locator tool (https://www.irs.gov/help/contact-your-local-irs-office) to find the nearest office to you. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, some IRS offices may be closed or have limited services, so it’s a good idea to call ahead to confirm their availability and any requirements they may have for in-person visits.
I hope this information helps you in obtaining the certified copies of your spouse’s documents needed to apply for an ITIN using Form W-7.