My husband and I have been filing jointly since 2010 and we did file our tax return for 2019 (received the refund amount already). He has been using his SSN and I have been using my ITIN (even though I received my SSN since 2015). I did not realize that I have to discontinue using ITIN once I receive SSN. And I just found out that we did not get the stimulus check because of my ITIN situation.
- Does anyone know if we would still be considered to receive stimulus check if I report to IRS to "combine all of our tax records under one identification number" (refer to how-to below)?
- Do we need to amend our 2019 tax return in addition to the step above (report to IRS about my ITIN and SSN situation)?
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 [social security number removed]
