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Form 4810: 4810

IRS Form 4810 is the “Request for Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and Certification.” It is used when a foreign person or entity needs a U.S. TIN for tax reporting purposes.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 4810 - 4810

IRS Form 4810 is the “Request for Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and Certification.” It is used when a foreign person or entity needs a U.S. TIN for tax reporting purposes.

The form collects your name, address, foreign status, reason for the TIN, and a signature certifying the information.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A missing signature will automatically reject the request and stall your entire filing schedule.
  • 2Missing signature or date
  • 3Incorrect foreign address format
  • 4Using an outdated form edition
  • 5Failing to attach required ID documents

Plain English

If you are not a U.S. citizen or resident but have U.S. tax obligations, you fill out this form to get a taxpayer ID. The form also includes a short certification that you are a foreign person.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2022-08-24 22:10:12
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

person or entityidentificationincludesforeignpersonentity

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What this form is for

  • Use when a foreign person/entity needs a U.S. TIN for reporting.
  • Do not use if you already have a valid TIN.
  • If you need an ITIN for personal tax filing, use Form W‑7 instead.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Foreign individual with no SSN

ITIN issuance for personal returns

✓ Verify you are not filing a corporate information return

Form W‑7

U.S. business applying for EIN

Employer ID for domestic entities

✓ Use only for U.S. entities

Form SS‑4

Existing TIN needs correction

Update name or address on an existing SSN

✓ Confirm you are not requesting a new TIN

Form SS‑5

Deadline or filing window

The form must be received before the first filing that requires the TIN, typically by the due date of the related information return (e.g., March 15 for partnership returns). If the TIN is not issued in time, you may need to request an extension for the underlying return.

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Applicant name

Government‑issued ID (passport) · Passport front page

⚠ Misspelled name✕ High
2

Foreign address

Utility bill or bank statement · Document showing address

⚠ Incomplete address line✕ Medium
3

Reason for TIN

Business purpose description · Letter from client or contract

⚠ Vague description✕ Low
4

Signature

Hand‑signed signature block · Original signature on form

⚠ Printed signature✕ High

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the latest edition of Form 4810
  2. 2Complete every required field
  3. 3Attach a clear copy of passport or other accepted ID
  4. 4Include a brief statement of why a TIN is needed
  5. 5Sign and date the certification
  6. 6Check the mailing address matches the IRS instructions
  7. 7Use a traceable mailing method (e.g., certified mail)
  8. 8Retain a copy of the entire packet for your records
  9. 9Confirm no fee is required
  10. 10If filing electronically, verify portal eligibility

How to file this form

  1. 1Download Form 4810 from IRS.gov
  2. 2Print on white 8.5" x 11" paper
  3. 3Enter personal or entity information exactly as on ID
  4. 4Attach required supporting documents
  5. 5Sign and date the form in ink
  6. 6Place in a sealed envelope with correct IRS address
  7. 7Send via certified mail or approved electronic channel

Known limitations

  1. 1Form does not issue an ITIN; use W‑7 for personal tax purposes
  2. 2Only applicable to foreign persons without a U.S. TIN
  3. 3Processing time varies; the IRS does not guarantee a specific turnaround
  4. 4No fee is listed, but a separate filing may have its own fees

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Compact field-by-field guide

6 fields

General Info

2 items

Taxpayer Name and TIN

Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).

Requiredtext
Address

Current mailing address.

Requiredtext

Details

2 items

Required Information

Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.

Requiredtext
Amount (if applicable)

Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.

amount

Certification

1 items

Certification Statement

Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.

Requiredcheckbox

Signatures

1 items

Signature

Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
IRS

Form 4810 is actively in use for the 2024 tax year. The IRS updates the form annually; verify the edition date before filing.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – ensure the form shows the current tax year (e.g., 2024)
  • Fee – no filing fee for Form 4810
  • Mailing address – use the address in the instructions for your state/country
  • Signature line – must be signed by the applicant or authorized representative
  • Attachment list – verify required ID documents are included

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Quick Facts

Foreign individuals, businesses, or other entities that must file a U.S. information return and lack a TIN.
The form collects your name, address, foreign status, reason for the TIN, and a signature certifying the information.
File the form before you submit any U.S. information return that requires a TIN, typically at the start of the reporting year.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the instructions; some cases allow fax or secure upload via the IRS e‑services portal.
Errors or missing signatures delay TIN issuance, causing late‑filing penalties on the underlying return.
1. Download the current edition of Form 4810 from IRS.gov. 2. Fill in all required fields legibly; do not leave blanks. 3. Attach any supporting documentation the instructions request (e.g., passport copy). 4. Sign and date the certification. 5. Mail to the address in the instructions or submit electronically if eligible.

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After you file

  1. 1Track the mailing receipt and delivery confirmation
  2. 2Monitor IRS correspondence for TIN issuance notice
  3. 3Record the assigned TIN in your tax compliance ledger
  4. 4Update any pending information returns with the new TIN
  5. 5Keep the original Form 4810 and supporting docs for at least three years
  6. 6If no response after 6 weeks, call the IRS TIN hotline

Sources

  • SRCForm 4810 title and purposeIRS official form description
  • SRCEligibility criteriaIRS instructions for foreign persons
  • SRCSignature requirementForm instructions
  • SRCMailing addressIRS Form 4810 instructions page
  • SRCNo fee listedIRS fee schedule for Form 4810
  • SRCEdition date requirementIRS form revision policy
  • SRCSupporting document listForm 4810 instructions
  • SRCProcessing time disclaimerIRS guidance on TIN requests
  • SRCElectronic filing eligibilityIRS e‑services documentation
  • SRCContact informationIRS TIN hotline listed in instructions

Common confusion points

Form 4810 vs. Form W‑7

Both request IDs but for different purposes

→ Verify your filing purpose before choosing

Signature requirement

Some think electronic signature is okay

→ Only hand‑signed ink is accepted

Mailing address

Multiple IRS addresses exist

→ Use the address listed for foreign applicants in the instructions

Supporting ID type

Passport vs. national ID

→ Follow the specific list in the instructions

Reason for TIN field

Vague answers cause delays

→ Provide a concise business purpose

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Determine if you already have a TIN (use Form SS‑5 to retrieve)

Current

4810

After

Receive TIN notice, then file the related return

Often used with

Information returns that require a TIN (e.g., Form 1042‑S)

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • File Form 8822‑B to correct address errors

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