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    pushenoy_1305 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
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    May 31, 2007, 07:46 PM
    Spouse on L2 visa not working, do I required SSN for Tax filing
    Hi,

    I came to US on L1 visa. My wife and daughter are living with me. Both are having L2 visa. My wife is not working. I have question about tax filing. While tax filing which filing status I need to select. Also, I don't have SSN for either. When I start filing online, it ask me SSN of my wife.
    Please advice what should I do. Do I need to get ITIN. If yes, then how should I start the process

    Thanks, Prakash
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    Jun 1, 2007, 11:20 AM
    Inorder to get ITIN; u need to file form W7 along with your W2. You also need to submit notarised copies of your wife's passport.
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    Jun 4, 2007, 07:40 AM
    The W-7s must be filed with the notarized copies of BOTH your wife's and daughter's passports.

    Further, these forms must be sent to the Austin, Texas ITIN Center (address in W-7 instructions) along with your tax return. They will NOT be accepted by themselves.
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    Jan 25, 2011, 05:52 PM
    But, first you need to get SSN for your wife, as all L-2 holders are eligible for SSN. They will not be issued ITIN.
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    Jan 26, 2011, 09:47 AM
    Then get her a SSN. However, I suspect the SA will say no, in which case you need to apply for the ITIN.
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