As an undocumented alien who overstayed on a B1/B2 visa who is currently working, how can I file a tax return in order to get an ITIN?
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As an undocumented alien who overstayed on a B1/B2 visa who is currently working, how can I file a tax return in order to get an ITIN?
nd how can I get a license to drive?
Asked on January 6, 2015 under Immigration Law, Massachusetts
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SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You do not need to file a tax return if you are undocumented and working without employment authorization. However, if you really want to, you can apply for a ITIN which is not the same as social security and does not give you work authorization.
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