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Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is required for international students who do not have a Social Security Number (SSN) but are receiving grants, fellowships and scholarships from Harvard. Please note: You do not need an ITIN if the amount of your fellowship and grant income is less than the cost of tuition as listed on your I-20 form. An ITIN is used by Harvard to report the amount of a student's funding to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Harvard also uses the ITIN for the annual statement issued to you that reflects the funding information reported to the IRS.
The tax resources offered by the HIO are provided so that international members of the Harvard community can make informed personal decisions concerning their taxes. HIO advisors are not trained tax specialists and cannot provide individual advice on taxes. By using these tax assistance programs, you acknowledge that Harvard University is not liable for any errors and incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use by you of these on-line systems, online help and/or examples contained therein. You should seek professional tax advice from a qualified accountant or attorney if you have questions or need clarification.