Changing from ITIN to SSN (Taxes)

[DandT14 272]

I don't know if this is the right area for my question, but I'm sure it'll get moved if it isn't.

My husband has an ITIN that we've used to file taxes the last couple years. Now he's got his SSN, I know we're supposed to use that next time. I thought I read before that we're supposed to notify the IRS about the SSN so they can combine the records, or invalidate the ITIN, or something like that.

Can anyone tell me what the process is?

Thanks!

[hikergirl 277]

http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Additional-ITIN-Information

Found this online:

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

Hopefully this is what you were looking for.

[DandT14 272]

That works!

Thanks!

[Betty M 0]

I heard we can go back and redo the taxes for the ITIN holder so they can issue any refund they were holding for past years. We have a son and didnt get the full child credit tax due to this situation. My sister's tax guy said we shouldn't because ITIN holder was not supposed to be working in the first place and that would be consider fraud if we were to get audited. My tax lady said we can, any advise?