How should I file taxes without SSN, how do I print out the form and mail it? What documents are needed?

[zunairashoaib]

I have only been issued a Temporary Control Number, which is not accepted by the website. Due to the lockdown I haven't been able to get a SSN.

[JohnB5677]

The 2020 Form 1040 requires that a taxpayer enter their Social Security number (SSN) at the top of the tax return.

This obviously poses a problem for some workers who are required to file returns but are seemingly prohibited from doing so because they aren’t eligible for SSNs.  

You can possibly get an ITIN.  Fill out the ITIN application, IRS Form W-7, which is pretty basic compared to other tax forms.

You don’t have to reapply every year after you're assigned an ITIN number, but you can no longer use the number if you eventually do receive an SSN. You must use your ITIN on a federal tax return at least once in three years.

You may be able to contact a local IRS office for assistance.   Visit a Taxpayer Assistance Center Local IRS Office .

[BillM223]

Please see this TurboTax page on the W-7.

Also, please see How do I file with a W-7?

If you are close to the Taxpayer Assistance Center, takes John's advice and go there in person (usually by appointment) to avoid mailing your documents and not having them in hands for weeks (or more) until they are returned.