How to Renew an Expired ITIN in 2026: Full Step-by-Step

How Do You Know an ITIN Has Expired in 2026?

An ITIN expires under two conditions: non-use for three consecutive tax years, or inclusion in an IRS retirement batch identified by middle digits. The IRS retired middle digits 70 through 87 across earlier rounds; digits 88 retire December 31, 2026. A CP48 notice arrives roughly 6 months before expiration as a warning. If you never received a CP48 but suspect expiration, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or confirm via the ITIN renewal page.

What Documents Do You Need to Renew an ITIN?

Renewal requires the same supporting documents as a fresh application. A current, unexpired passport is the only standalone document accepted. Without a passport, you submit two documents from the IRS list of 13 (national ID card, US/foreign driver's license, civil birth certificate for dependents, US state ID, US military ID, foreign military ID, US visa, USCIS photo ID, school records for dependents under 18, medical records for dependents under 6, voter registration card, foreign voter registration card, US Citizenship and Immigration Services photo ID).

• Originals or issuer-certified copies only.
• Notarized copies are not accepted.
• Documents must be current and contain a photo where applicable.

How Do You Complete Form W-7 for Renewal?

1. Check the “Renew an existing ITIN” box at the top of Form W-7 (the field appears immediately below the application type selectors).
2. Enter the existing ITIN in the box provided. Use the exact 9-digit number shown on your prior CP565 notice.
3. Pick the same reason code on line 6 that applies to your current filing situation. Reason codes (a-h) determine which supporting documents the IRS expects.
4. Match name and date of birth exactly to the supporting document. Even a single-character difference triggers rejection.
5. Sign in wet ink. Print, sign, and date in black or blue pen. Digital signatures are rejected.

Where Do You Mail an ITIN Renewal Application?

Mail the complete packet (Form W-7, supporting documents, optional tax return) to:

For courier shipments (DHL, FedEx, UPS), use:

How Long Does the IRS Take to Process a Renewal?

Standard processing runs 7 to 11 weeks. Peak season (mid-January through April 15) often stretches to 9 to 13 weeks because the Austin operation receives renewals alongside original applications and attached tax returns. The IRS confirms approval by mailing a new CP565A notice and returning original documents (if submitted) via separate envelope.

What If the Renewal Is Rejected?

A rejected renewal generates a CP566 notice listing the specific cause. Common renewal-specific rejections include wrong existing ITIN entered, mismatched name (the IRS compares to historical records), and uncertified document copies. The fix is the same as for a fresh application: correct the cited issue and resubmit. For more on rejections see the ITIN reactivation guide.