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Version: 1.7.3

Instant TIN Matching

Instant TIN Matching is a validation process that verifies the name and TIN combination of a specific recipient against the IRS records and provides real-time results.

By integrating Instant TIN Matching:

  • You reduce exposure to backup-withholding triggers and IRS notices.
  • Verify the payee’s identity instantly before making any payment
  • You streamline your workflow, especially when onboarding contractors, affiliates, or vendors, where instant verification helps.

TaxBandits API offers the Instant TIN Matching service only to a limited number of users based on the business use case, where immediate verification is critical. For bulk/batch validation where instant results are not required, we recommend you use the Standard TIN Matching service.

Enabling Instant TIN Matching​

Sandbox​

To enable Instant TIN Matching in Sandbox, go to Developer Console → Settings → Instant TIN Matching and provide the following details:

  • Business use case: How does your organization plan to use Real-Time TIN Matching?
  • Estimated volume: How many TIN Matches do you expect to perform annually?
  • Peak usage: Do you have peak usage periods? If so, what's the highest number of TIN Matches you'd expect on those days?

Once submitted, Instant TIN Matching will be enabled for your Sandbox environment.

Live environment​

To enable Instant TIN Matching in your live environment, email our team at developer@taxbandits.com with your business use case, estimated annual volume, and any peak usage periods.

Simulation​

To understand how TIN Matching works, you can perform an end-to-end simulation of the process in Sandbox. Click here to learn how to simulate real-time TIN Matching.