DianeW777
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No, you cannot apply for an ATIN for a child who is not adopted or pending adoption. When your child is eligible for a social security number (SSN) only then can your child qualify for any stimulus payments unless there is a change in the law.

 

Until your child actually has the SSN there will be no stimulus payment for that child. It will not be retroactive, however, if you can get the SSN before filing your tax return the child can qualify. 

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