Can I activate Shopify Payments without an SSN? I have a valid LLC in the US and an EIN and an ITIN number but i don’t have an SSN. Is it possible to activate Shopify payments and if its not is there any way to connect stripe to your website?
Hi there, @MoisesSanchez !
Thank you for your post. Can you confirm whether you are located in the United States or elsewhere? The requirements vary based on where you’re located (even if the business is located in the United States) so I want to ensure I provide the correct information.
Thanks!
I am in the located in the USA
Hey @MoisesSanchez !
Thank you for your response. I am just helping out @Greta_3 with some posts today!
Thanks for also letting us know that you’re located in the USA. Any US merchants using US Shopify Payments are required to provide all 9 digits of their SSN/ITIN as verification, even if they have an EIN for their business.
In general, Shopify Payments requires you to have an individual SSN to sign up for the service. However, if you have a valid LLC in the US and an EIN and an ITIN number, you may be able to contact our support here to discuss your options for activating Shopify Payments without an SSN.
There may be some limitations or additional requirements for setting up Shopify Payments without an SSN, as each situation is unique. It’s possible that our support can provide a solution or work with you to find an alternative solution, depending on your specific circumstances.
Let me know if you have any other questions about that. By the way, is this a new store? What are your short-term and long-term business goals?
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MoisesSanchez You can use ITIN instead of SSN allowed by Shopify