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What is a tax ID number and how is it used?

What is a tax ID number? It's a unique nine-digit number issued by the Social Security Administration or the IRS to anyone ...
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What Is a Tax ID Number and When Do You Need One?

A tax identification number (TIN) is a unique nine-digit number issued by the Social Security Administration or the Internal Revenue Service to anyone who pays taxes (personal or business). Your TIN ...
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EIN vs. Tax ID Number: Key Differences Explained

As you prepare to file your taxes in advance of the April 15 deadline, you may be wondering about certain terminology. For instance, the 1040 form that most people use to file their federal income ...
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Taxpayer Identification Number: Do You Need One To Pay Taxes?

If you live in the U.S. and do not have — and are not allowed to obtain — a Social Security number, you may need an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number to file your state and federal income ...
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It’s Time For Tax Pros To Renew Their Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN)—Here’s How

With last season just wrapping up—and the 2025 tax season around the corner—the IRS is reminding tax pros that it’s an excellent time to renew their Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). Even ...