Secure ITIN Application: Individual Taxpayer Identification Number

IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent Services in Pompano Beach

Applying for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) shouldn’t mean putting your life, travel plans, or identity at risk.

If you apply for an ITIN on your own, the IRS requires you to mail your original, physical passport or certified copies from the issuing agency to their processing center in Austin, Texas. Your most important documents could be stuck in government transit for 60 to 90 days—or worse, get lost in the mail.

Total Tax Solutions offers a safer, faster, and stress-free alternative.

As an IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA), Ashraf H. Boutros, CPA can verify your identity documents in person right here in our office. Your original passport never leaves your hands.

The Certified Acceptance Agent Advantage

When you work with a CAA, you bypass the biggest risks of the standard ITIN application process:

• Zero Document Risk: We physically inspect your passport, birth certificate, or national ID card, immediately return them to you, and submit an official Certificate of Accuracy (COA) to the IRS.

• Faster Processing Times: Applications submitted by a CAA are prioritized and processed more efficiently by the IRS ITIN unit.

• Fewer IRS Rejections: Even tiny mistakes on Form W-7 can trigger an automatic IRS rejection, resetting your waiting time. We ensure your application is 100% accurate the first time.

Who Needs an ITIN?

An ITIN is a tax processing number issued by the IRS for individuals who are required to have a U.S. taxpayer identification number but who are not eligible for a Social Security Number (SSN). We routinely assist:

• Foreign Investors: Non-U.S. citizens investing in U.S. real estate or businesses who need to comply with tax withholding requirements (such as FIRPTA).

• Non-Resident Entrepreneurs: Individuals operating U.S.-based LLCs or corporations from abroad.

• Spouses & Dependents: Family members of U.S. citizens or resident aliens who need to be claimed on a U.S. tax return.

• International Students & Scholars: Individuals receiving U.S. grants, scholarships, or honorariums.

How It Works: Our 3-Step Process

[ Step 1: Schedule ]  -->  [ Step 2: Document Review ]  -->  [ Step 3: IRS Submission ]
Book your ITIN             Bring your original papers         We certify your identity, 
consultation online        to our Fort Lauderdale             submit the W-7, and you
or by phone.               office for a quick review.         go home with your passport.

Partner with a Trusted Local CPA

Don’t trust your critical identity documents to the postal service. Get your ITIN processed accurately, safely, and locally by a certified professional.

Ready to get started? 📞 Call Total Tax Solutions today at 954-946-4142 to schedule your in-person document certification appointment.

💼 Information for Legal & Real Estate Professionals

Do you have international clients, foreign buyers, or immigration cases stalled due to tax compliance or ITIN delays? We partner seamlessly with Immigration Attorneys and Real Estate Brokerages to handle the tax component of your files quickly and professionally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get an ITIN?

Generally, it takes 7 to 11 weeks for the IRS to process an ITIN application and mail your assignment letter. Processing times usually lean toward the longer end (up to 11 weeks) if you apply during the peak tax season (January through April) or if you are applying from overseas.

What documents do I need to bring to my CAA appointment?

To verify your identity and foreign status, you must provide original, unexpired documents. The absolute easiest method is to bring a valid passport, which serves as a standalone document because it proves both identity and foreign status.

If you do not have a passport, you must bring at least two alternative documents from the IRS-approved list, such as:

• National Identification Card (must show photo, name, current address, and date of birth)

• Civil Birth Certificate

• Foreign Driver’s License

• U.S. Visa issued by the Department of State

Does an ITIN allow me to work legally in the U.S.?

No. It is a very common misconception, but an ITIN does not grant legal work authorization or change your immigration status. The IRS issues ITINs strictly for federal tax processing and compliance so that foreign investors, non-residents, and entrepreneurs can legally report income and pay taxes. To work legally in the U.S. as an employee, you must have a Social Security Number (SSN) paired with a valid work visa or an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) issued by USCIS.