I am a former employee of Firestone International. For banking purpose I was issued a US Social Security Number. I am no longer with Firestone and the account has been closed since 1989. An organization interested in my services wants me to process an IRS for task purposes. But someone in the possession of a social security number (SSN) is not allowed to process an IRS individual tax payer identification number (ITIN). I no longer know my SSN. I am an alien and have never entered US soil. I am presently residing in the Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire). What should I do?
2007-02-27 21:50:23 · 6 answers · asked by Tombekai S 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
It is possible that what you had previously was a Taxpayer Identification number rather than a true social security number. However, the U.S. government used to issue Social Security Cards with a number on them that was stamped "Not eligible for employment." - The numbers on such cards could be use for banking purposes. I don't know whether they were called social security numbers. Did you ever file a U.S. income tax return? - If so, it would show your number.
You would use form SS-4 available from the IRS web site to apply for a new U.S. tax I.D. number - When you apply, one of the questions they ask is whether you have ever had a tax I.D. number before. They will also ask for your Social Security number so they can identify you. You can apply for a tax i.d. number by filing out the SS-4 form and calling 800-829-4933 in the U.S. - If you can call this number from your country, the people on the other end of the line may be able to help you. It is also possible to apply for a tax I.D. number on line using form SS-4. - The important thing is to be truthful - It may turn out that you already have a tax I.D. number and don't need a new one.
2007-03-01 11:03:29 · answer #1 · answered by Franklin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are not an United States citizen then no you do not have a SSN. You have to be born in the USA or become a legal citizen to receive one your company probably use the tax ID number, If you want to know for sure you can contact the US Social Security Administration.
2007-02-27 22:01:37 · answer #2 · answered by kissybertha 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are a non-resident alien, and as such you were not issued a SSN. You had an ITIN. It sounds like you are involved in something illegal, with or without your knowledge. As a non-resident alien, you would have no need to "process an IRS" anything.
2007-02-27 22:28:24 · answer #3 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Proceed to the main office or nearest office where Firestone is located. Inquire the management about your SSS Number and they will search the web and print your ID, proved Firestone was remitting your SSS contributions.
2007-02-27 22:00:59 · answer #4 · answered by wilma m 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
try logging onto the social security web site to see if they can advise you of your number. as far as I know, that # is issued to a person for a lifetime, they wont take to from you b/c you no longer work for that company.
2007-02-27 21:59:45 · answer #5 · answered by sprite4481 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
the us will issue you another one if you get in contact with the right people.
2007-02-28 00:15:19 · answer #6 · answered by Emerald 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋