ITIN from India · IN
Your U.S. ITIN from India — verified by video, filed for you
Need an ITIN while living in India? We are an IRS-authorized Certifying Acceptance Agent. We examine your original Indian passport on a recorded video call from your home, certify a copy and file your Form W-7 — so you don’t mail your original passport to the IRS. Our team can help in English or Hindi.
- Video verification from home — no trip to a U.S. consulate or IRS office
- Your PAN entered as the foreign tax ID on W-7 line 6b
- U.S.–India tax treaty position reflected in the W-7 reason
- IRS time from abroad shown upfront: 9–11 weeks
- Reply within one business day
- Private service, not the IRS — read our disclaimer
- Passport scan uploadedVerified
- Reason for applying (W-7 box)Verified
- Foreign address verifiedVerified
- Tax return or exception documentsNeeds review
- CAA video verificationPending
Who our ITIN service in India is for
The IRS list for India showed 39 acceptance agents on 6 Nov 2026; listing is opt-in. Wherever your agent is listed, the IRS process is the same — and you don’t have to mail your passport.
Owners of a U.S. LLC
Members of a multi-member LLC, or owners who must file a U.S. return for their share of income, often need an ITIN. The LLC’s own EIN doesn’t require one.
Amazon and e-commerce sellers
Sellers whose U.S. business creates a U.S. return filing requirement need an ITIN for that return. Many marketplaces only ask for a W-8BEN, so we check first.
Owners of U.S. property
Indian residents who rent out or sell property in the U.S. usually need an ITIN to report the income or claim back withholding.
Students and researchers
Students, professors and researchers who must file a U.S. return or claim a treaty benefit, and can’t get an SSN, apply under W-7 reason (f).
Spouses and children on a U.S. return
Family members of a U.S. citizen or resident who are listed on the return and can’t get an SSN.
Expired ITIN or a rejection
Your ITIN lapsed after three years without use, or you received a CP567 rejection. We renew or refile correctly.
Getting an ITIN from outside the U.S. is full of small traps
The IRS rejects a large share of ITIN applications, and most rejections and long delays come from a handful of avoidable mistakes: the wrong documents, a missing tax return or exception proof, or originals lost in the mail.
Common pitfalls
What usually goes wrong when filing alone
- Couriering an original passport from India to the IRS in Austin and waiting weeks to get it back.
- Leaving W-7 line 6b blank or writing the Aadhaar number where the PAN belongs.
- Using a notary or attested copy, which the IRS does not accept as a certified copy.
- Name order on the W-7 that doesn’t match the passport (given name and surname).
Our approach
How we prevent each of those problems
- Our CAA examines your passport on a recorded video call and certifies a copy for the IRS.
- Your PAN is entered as the foreign tax ID on line 6b, exactly as on your PAN card.
- Only the CAA-certified copy is sent — notarized copies aren’t needed.
- Every name and date on the W-7 is matched to your passport before filing.
What we actually do for you
Confirm your reason and route
We check that you actually need an ITIN, pick the W-7 reason and confirm whether the application goes with a U.S. tax return or under an exception, such as Exception 2 for a treaty claim.
Video verification from home
You join a recorded video call and show your original Indian passport. Our Certifying Acceptance Agent examines it, certifies the copy and prepares your W-7 for approval.
File, track and deliver
We send the W-7, the certified copy and the return or exception documents to the IRS, track the application and tell you when the CP565 notice with your ITIN is issued.
Compare what each package includes on our ITIN service pricing page.
ITIN from India
Prepared and certified by our CAA team
Three ways a Form W-7 reaches the IRS
Every ITIN application needs the W-7, proof of identity and foreign status, and usually a tax return. These are the routes the IRS lists for getting your documents to it. You can use any of them yourself — the ITIN is free.
| Route | How it works | Who can use it | Your original documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) | An IRS-authorized agent reviews your original passport (in person or on a video interview) and certifies a copy | Anywhere in the world | Original passport is not mailed to the IRS |
| Mail to the IRS | Internal Revenue Service, ITIN Operation, P.O. Box 149342, Austin, TX 78714-9342 | Anywhere in the world | You mail originals or copies certified by the issuing agency; originals are returned by mail |
| IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center | In-person appointment at a designated IRS office (844-545-5640) | Inside the U.S. only | Documents reviewed and returned at the appointment |
- Processing time. The IRS says to allow 7 weeks for an ITIN decision, or 9–11 weeks if you apply during peak season (January 15 – April 30) or from overseas. Nobody — no agent and no paid service — can make the IRS process an ITIN faster.
- Certified copies only. Copies must be certified by the agency that issued the document. Notarized copies are not accepted.
- A return, or an exception. Form W-7 must be attached to a valid federal income tax return unless you qualify for one of the exceptions listed in the W-7 instructions.
Why the route matters: Applications filed through a Certifying Acceptance Agent were rejected 12.3% of the time, against 27.3% when originals were mailed to the IRS and 18.4% through IRS offices (National Taxpayer Advocate, CY2023 to September 2024).
What to expect when you apply from India
Two clocks apply to every ITIN. Ours: we prepare and certify your application within 1–3 business days of receiving your documents and completing the video verification. The IRS’s: it says to allow 7 weeks, or 9–11 weeks from January 15 to April 30 or when you apply from abroad — and nobody can speed that up. We track your application through the IRS wait, follow up once the IRS window has passed, and tell you as soon as your ITIN is assigned.
Day 1 — fit check
You tell us why you need an ITIN. We confirm the W-7 reason and documents.
Within 1–3 business days — prepared and certified
After your documents and the video verification, we prepare the W-7 and certify your passport copy.
On your approval — sent to the IRS
We send the full package to the IRS ITIN Operation by tracked courier.
IRS processing — allow 9–11 weeks from abroad
The IRS says to allow 7 weeks for an ITIN decision, or 9–11 weeks if you apply during peak season (January 15 – April 30) or from overseas. Nobody can shorten this. The IRS mails the CP565 notice to the address on your W-7.
Get a clear next step for your case
Share your situation and a specialist will reply within one business day. The assessment is free.
- Free to askThe assessment costs nothing. Our packages have fixed prices, fully refundable until we file your W-7.
- Honest directionIf we're not the right fit, we'll say so and point you elsewhere.
- Private by defaultYour details stay with us. We don't sell or share data.
Common questions from non-U.S. applicants
If your question isn't here, contact us — we'll answer honestly, even if the answer is 'this isn't a fit for our service.'
Can I get an ITIN from India without traveling to the U.S.?
Yes. You don’t need a U.S. visa or a trip to the U.S. Our Certifying Acceptance Agent verifies your original passport on a recorded video call while you are at home in India, and we file your Form W-7 with the IRS.
Do I put my PAN or my Aadhaar on Form W-7?
Line 6b asks for your foreign tax identification number, and in India that is your PAN (Permanent Account Number). We enter it exactly as it appears on your PAN card. If you don’t have a PAN, the line can be left blank.
Does the U.S.–India tax treaty help?
It can. The U.S. has an income tax treaty with India. If you need an ITIN to claim a treaty benefit, W-7 reason (a) applies and you may qualify for Exception 2 instead of filing a return, with documents that support the claim. Whether a treaty benefit applies to your income is a tax question for you or your tax adviser; we make sure the W-7 matches it.
Do I need an ITIN for my U.S. LLC or Amazon account?
Not always. An ITIN identifies a person for federal tax purposes; an EIN identifies a business. A foreign-owned LLC can get its EIN without the owner having an ITIN. Amazon and payment platforms usually accept a W-8BEN from a non-U.S. seller. You need an ITIN when you personally must file a U.S. return or claim a treaty benefit, and we tell you honestly if you don’t.
How long does an ITIN take from India?
Our preparation takes 1–3 business days after your documents and video verification. The IRS then takes 7 weeks (9–11 weeks from January 15 to April 30 or from abroad), and applications from India fall in the 9–11 week window. Nobody — no agent and no paid service — can make the IRS process an ITIN faster.
Is my Indian passport enough on its own?
For an adult applicant, usually yes: a valid passport is the only document that proves both identity and foreign status by itself. Dependents may need more documents, and some of those must be originals or copies certified by the issuing agency.
Ready to get your ITIN without mailing your passport?
Tell us who needs an ITIN and why. A specialist will reply within one business day with the documents you need and a clear plan.
Or email support@itinnumber.io
- Reply within one business dayA specialist reviews your case and outlines a clear plan.
- Free resubmissionPriority and Complete include one free resubmission if the IRS rejects your application.
- Refund before filingChange your mind before we file your W-7? Full refund, no questions.