What this notice is about
Your request for an adoption taxpayer identification number (ATIN) on Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions, application was incomplete.
What you need to do
- Submit the missing documents within 60 days from the date of the notice for your Form W-7A to be processed. Your missing documents are discussed in your notice. The quickest way to submit your reply is using the Document Upload Tool (DUT).
- When you receive a Social Security number (SSN) for this child, complete the response Form 15118 Response to Notice CP562A PDF, with the SSN and mail it using the information provided on the form. If you prefer, you can fax your information to the fax number in the notice using either a fax machine or an online fax service. Protect yourself when sending digital data by understanding the fax service’s privacy and security policies.
Documents you may need to include
When you submitted your W-7A you should have attached a signed and dated document to prove the child was placed with you for legal adoption (not for foster care) by an authorized placement agency. If this was not included with your application, you may want to submit one of the following documents to satisfy this requirement.
- A copy of the placement agreement between you and an authorized placement agency.
- A copy of the document signed by a hospital official authorizing the release of a newborn child from the hospital to you for legal adoption.
- A copy of the court order or other court document ordering or approving the placement of a child with you for legal adoption.
- An affidavit signed by the adoption attorney or government official who placed the child with you for legal adoption pursuant to state law.
In addition, if you adopt a foreign child with U.S. citizenship or resident alien status, you should have included a copy of your child’s:
- Permanent resident card (green card),
- Certificate of Citizenship, or
- Passport with “I-551” stamp.
Frequently asked questions
How long is an ATIN useful?
An ATIN is valid for 2 years. However, if you don’t have an SSN for your adoptive child, you can request a one-year extension. For more information, see instructions for completing a Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions a Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending U.S. Adoptions.
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information.
- You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS).
- See if you qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic.
- You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print.
- If you can’t find what you need online, call the telephone number on your notice or letter.