Without your care provider's SSN or EIN, the IRS may reduce or disallow your
Child Care Credit, unless you can show you used due diligence in trying to get this required information.
If you don't have your care provider's SSN or EIN, you need to show a serious and earnest effort to get the information. Ask your care provider to complete
Form W-10 .
If you still can't get your care provider's information, keep records of your efforts in case the IRS reduces or disallows your
Child Care Credit.