Banking, credit & taxes

Banks and credit unions that accept a passport or ITIN, how to build credit from scratch, and how to file taxes.

Official and nonprofit resources

IRS — ITIN and taxes

Nationwide

Form W-7 for an ITIN, tax returns, and the free tax preparation (VITA) locator.

irs.gov ↗

Addition Financial Credit Union

Central Florida

Local credit union. Credit unions usually charge fewer fees than big banks.

additionfi.com ↗

Fairwinds Credit Union

Central Florida

Local credit union with branches across the Orlando area.

fairwinds.org ↗

Florida Department of Revenue

Florida

Register to collect sales tax if you sell goods or certain services.

floridarevenue.com ↗

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