Taxpayer Identification
/ˈtæksˌpeɪər aɪˌdɛntəfəˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A unique identifier assigned to an individual or entity for tax administration purposes by governmental authorities.
The IRS requires every business to provide a valid taxpayer identification number on tax returns.
Forms
- taxpayer identification
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Commentary
Often abbreviated as TIN, taxpayer identification plays a crucial role in tax compliance and reporting.
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