What this notice is about
Important information about your child's adoption taxpayer identification number (ATIN). We assigned your child an ATIN.
What you need to do
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Complete Form 15101, Provide a Social Security Number (SSN) for Adoptive Child PDF, included with your notice when you receive a Social Security number (SSN) for your child.
- You can send us your information using the Document Upload Tool. To use the tool, visit , or:
- If you prefer, you can fax your information to the fax number in the notice using either a fax machine or an online fax service. Protect yourself when sending digital data by understanding the fax service¡¯s privacy and security policies.
You may want to
- Call us at the number listed in your notice.
- See additional information on Adoption taxpayer identification number.
Frequently asked questions
obÌåÓý long is an ATIN useful?
An ATIN is valid for 2 years. If you don't have an SSN for your child, you can request a 1-year extension. For more information, see instructions for completing a Form W-7 A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions.
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information.
- You may be eligible for free help from the .
- See if you qualify for help from a .
- You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print.
- If you can¡¯t find what you need online, call the telephone number on your notice or letter.