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I moved to the US in September on a TN visa. I haven't met the substantial presence test yet so I am a non-resident alien.
Recently I opened an online savings account with Ally Bank and they sent me a W9 SSN identification number certification card to fill out. It clearly says "not applicable for non-resident aliens". I called Ally and they said they didn't know but suggested I call the IRS. Nowhere in their sign-up process did they ask me about my immigration or tax residency status.
What should I do? I'm thinking about emptying my account, let them freeze it for a couple months, then send in my W-9 when I've met the substantial presence test of 183 days. Seems kind of silly though. I've had no problems getting a credit card, a brokerage account, etc.
After 20 years, I am severely cutting back on responses. Do not ask specifically for my help. There are a few others on this board that can answer most questions. All the best
You meet it by treaty, and you are filing a dual status return for 2012.
After 20 years, I am severely cutting back on responses. Do not ask specifically for my help. There are a few others on this board that can answer most questions. All the best