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posted Jun 6, 2019 6:53:54 AM

I need to send my federal return by mail and rescind my wife's ITIN. Are these two sets of docs mailed to same location or are they mailed to two different locations?

My wife has a new SSN and her ITIN was not rescind earlier.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 6:53:56 AM

Once the social security number (SSN) has been received here is the answer about what to do with the ITIN.

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 SSNSend your letter to

     Internal Revenue Service 
     Austin, TX 73301-0057 

File your federal tax return (Form 1040 with schedules and forms) to the address provided by TurboTax or use the hyperlink to find the mailing address for  your area:  Where to File Paper Returns With or Without a Payment

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Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 6:53:56 AM

Once the social security number (SSN) has been received here is the answer about what to do with the ITIN.

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 SSNSend your letter to

     Internal Revenue Service 
     Austin, TX 73301-0057 

File your federal tax return (Form 1040 with schedules and forms) to the address provided by TurboTax or use the hyperlink to find the mailing address for  your area:  Where to File Paper Returns With or Without a Payment