Am I required to get an ITIN?

Yes, doola can assist in applying for an ITIN as part of its compliance and tax support services - you can start right away with doola's guided ITIN onboarding at https://app.doola.com/itin-onboarding You can start your ITIN application right away with doola's guided ITIN onboarding at https://app.doola.com/itin-onboarding . Not sure if it applies to you? Take the short ITIN eligibility quiz on your doola dashboard. It asks a few questions about your situation and tells you whether an ITIN is recommended. If you're a non-US resident without a Social Security Number, you may need an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) to file US taxes, open certain accounts, or receive payments. Not sure if it applies to you? Take the short ITIN eligibility quiz on your doola dashboard. It asks a few questions about your situation and tells you whether an ITIN is recommended. If it is, you can start right away with doola's guided ITIN onboarding at https://app.doola.com/itin-onboarding . The ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) process has a standard timeline, and unfortunately there isn’t an official way to speed it up significantly. On average, it takes 6–10 weeks from the time the IRS receives a complete and accurate application. Here are a few ways to ensure there are no delays: 1. Submit a complete application – Make sure your Form W-7 and all required identification documents (passport, national ID, etc.) are accurate and legible. Missing or incorrect documents are the most common cause of delays. 2. Use certified acceptance agents (CAAs) – Some tax professionals or CAAs can verify your documents in person, which allows you to submit your application without mailing originals . This can prevent delays due to lost documents. 3. Track your application – Keep copies of everything submitted and follow up with the IRS if you don’t receive confirmation after 10 weeks. For banking and tax purposes, your ITIN is only required when you’re ready to link it to a tax return or financial account . Some banks may allow you to start account setup with a pending ITIN application, but approval for full banking functionality typically waits until the IRS issues the number. While it’s understandable to want it urgently, the IRS timeline is strict, and trying unofficial “fast-track” methods can risk rejection. The best approach is to submit a fully correct application immediately and use a CAA if available to minimize potential delays. An Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) can be used as an alternative for a Social Security Number (SSN) in some cases and is not a requirement in most cases. You can start your ITIN application right away with doola's guided ITIN onboarding at https://app.doola.com/itin-onboarding An ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a tax processing number for non-U.S. residents, required to file US taxes, open certain accounts, or receive payments. Not sure if it applies to you? Take the short ITIN eligibility quiz on your doola dashboard. It asks a few questions about your situation and tells you whether an ITIN is recommended. If it is, you can start right away with doola's guided ITIN onboarding at https://app.doola.com/itin-onboarding .