Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) • Fort Lauderdale
Secure ITIN Application & Certified Acceptance Agent Services
Applying for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) shouldn’t mean putting your original passport at risk. Total Tax Solutions provides in-person document certification right in our Fort Lauderdale office—your original passport never leaves your hands.
📍 3081 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale • Serving Broward, Palm Beach & South Florida for 30+ Years
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The Acceptance Agent Advantage
Why Work With an IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent?
If you apply for an ITIN on your own, the IRS requires you to mail your original passport to Austin, Texas—risking 60 to 90 days of government delays or lost identity documents. As an authorized CAA, Ashraf H. Boutros, CPA verifies your documents in person and issues an official Certificate of Accuracy (COA).
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Zero Document Risk
We physically inspect your passport, birth certificate, or national ID in our office and return them to you immediately. Your passport never leaves your possession.
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Priority IRS Processing
Applications certified by an authorized CAA bypass clerical mail processing and receive expedited validation from the dedicated IRS ITIN operations unit.
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Error-Free Form W-7
Even minor errors on Form W-7 trigger automated rejections and months of lost time. We ensure complete filing accuracy the first time.
Eligibility & Tax Compliance
Who Needs an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number?
An ITIN is issued under Internal Revenue Code rules for foreign individuals required to report U.S. tax who are not eligible for a Social Security Number.
Foreign Investors
Non-U.S. citizens purchasing Florida real estate, acquiring rental property, or subject to FIRPTA withholding requirements on sales.
Non-Resident Founders
Foreign entrepreneurs establishing U.S. LLCs or corporations needing to open business bank accounts and meet federal filing requirements.
Spouses & Dependents
Non-citizen family members claimed on a resident alien or U.S. citizen return to optimize deductions and family tax credits.
Students & Scholars
International researchers, professors, and university scholars receiving grants, stipends, or taxable fellowships in the United States.
Our Streamlined Process
Our 3-Step ITIN Certification Process
Get your application certified quickly and safely without letting your original passport out of your sight.
STEP 1
Schedule Your Review
Call our office or request an appointment online to review your specific tax filing status and determine required documentation.
STEP 2
In-Person Certification
Bring your unexpired passport to our Fort Lauderdale office. Ash Boutros, CPA certifies its authenticity on the spot and returns it to you immediately.
STEP 3
CAA Submission & Tracking
We attach our official Certificate of Accuracy (COA), submit Form W-7 to the IRS ITIN processing unit, and monitor approval status until your letter arrives.
💼 Information for Immigration Attorneys & Real Estate Brokerages
Do you have foreign buyers, international investors, or immigration matters delayed due to tax identification numbers or FIRPTA withholding? We coordinate directly with legal counsel and real estate firms across Broward and Palm Beach counties to resolve ITIN bottlenecks promptly and accurately.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About ITIN Applications
How long does it take the IRS to issue an ITIN?
Generally, the IRS processes an ITIN application and issues CP565 assignment notices within 7 to 11 weeks. Processing times lean toward 11 weeks during the peak filing season (January through April) or for foreign applications under official IRS ITIN Program Guidelines.
What documents do I need to bring to my appointment?
The easiest and preferred document is an original, unexpired passport, as it stands alone to prove both identity and foreign status under IRS Publication 1915 requirements. If you do not have a passport, you can provide a foreign national ID card, foreign driver’s license, or civil birth certificate in accordance with IRS guidelines.
Does an ITIN provide legal work authorization in the U.S.?
No. An ITIN is issued exclusively for federal tax reporting and compliance. It does not provide legal immigration status or work authorization. For employment authorization, individuals must possess an SSN and work permit issued by USCIS.
What if I have unfiled tax returns or past-due tax issues?
If you need an ITIN to report delinquent income or resolve back liabilities, our CPA practice simultaneously prepares your unfiled taxes or applies for statutory penalty abatement.
Thousands
Of Clients Defended & Certified
Families, investors, and business owners helped across South Florida.
30+ Years
Of Local Tax & CPA Experience
IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent standing behind every file.
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In-Person Document Security
Your original passport never leaves your hands.
In-Person CAA Verification
Schedule Your ITIN Certification Appointment
Protect your original identity documents. Meet directly with Ashraf H. Boutros, CPA at our Fort Lauderdale office for fast, in-person document validation.
📍 3081 E Commercial Blvd, Ste 103, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 • Office Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
Fee Structure & Compliance: Total Tax Solutions is an independent CPA firm licensed by the Florida Board of Accountancy and an IRS-Authorized Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA). We do not issue identification numbers directly; final ITIN approval and assignment are governed exclusively by the Internal Revenue Service. We are not affiliated with or part of the IRS. Formal service fees are established prior to representation.
Office: 3081 E Commercial Blvd, Ste 103, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 | Serving: Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach & South Florida | Phone: (954) 946-4142