31 CFR 359.28 - Are taxpayer identification numbers (TINs) required for the registration of definitive Series I savings bonds?

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025

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§ 359.28 - Are taxpayer identification numbers (TINs) required for the registration of definitive Series I savings bonds?

The registration of a definitive Series I savings bond must include the TIN of the owner or first-named coowner. If the bond was purchased as a gift or award and the owner's TIN is not known, the TIN of the purchaser must be included in the registration of the bond.

[71 FR 46857, Aug. 15, 2006, as amended at 76 FR 66856, Oct. 28, 2011]