Tax ID
In the United States, a Tax ID is a unique number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to identify a person or entity for tax purposes. There are several types of Tax IDs, depending on the type of taxpayer:
It is also called a “Federal Tax ID Number.”
- This is a number assigned to people who need to pay taxes in the United States, but are not eligible to obtain an SSN.
- It is common among foreigners who have income in the U.S. and other residents who do not have a formal immigration status but must comply with tax obligations.
What is the Tax ID used for?
The Tax ID is mainly used to:
File taxes with the IRS and comply with tax laws.
Each type of Tax ID is specific to different people or entities, depending on their needs and status in the U.S.