I will be receiving my social security number for the 1st time soon. I want change my last 3 tax returns so I can get work credit. Can I amend the last 3 years for this?

[christopher_bart]

for the last 3 years while I was going through my immigration process, I was using a ITIN to do my tax returns but I wasn't able to claim work credits for the last 3 years. I am finally getting my SSN in 5-10 days. I want to amend the last 3 tax years so I can claim the work credit. Should I do this or just let it go. I was told I could be losing out on a lot of money

[DoninGA · Accepted solution]

Go to this IRS website for information on reporting your SSN to the IRS - https://www.irs.gov/individuals/additional-itin-information

What do I do when I am assigned a social security number (SSN)?
Once you receive a SSN, you must use that number for tax purposes and discontinue using your ITIN.  It is improper to use both the ITIN and the SSN assigned to the same person to file tax returns.  It is your responsibility to notify the IRS so we can combine all of your tax records under one identification number.  If you do not notify the IRS when you are assigned a SSN, you may not receive credit for all wages paid and taxes withheld which could reduce the amount of any refund due.  You can visit a local IRS office or write a letter explaining that you have now been assigned a SSN and want your tax records combined.  Include your complete name, mailing address, and ITIN along with a copy of your social security card and a copy of the CP 565, Notice of ITIN Assignment, if available.  The IRS will void the ITIN and associate all prior tax information filed under the ITIN with the SSN.  Send your letter to: 

      Internal Revenue Service 
     Austin, TX 73301-0057

[SweetieJean]

work credit

Do you mean EIC? If so, see this:

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/social-security-number-a...