Regulations under IRC section 6109
provide for a type of taxpayer identifying number called the "IRS
individual taxpayer identification number" (ITIN). Individuals who
currently do not have, and are not eligible to obtain, social
security numbers can apply for this number on form W-7. Taxpayers
may use this number when required to furnish a taxpayer identifying
number under regulations. An ITIN is intended for tax use
only.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.