EIN Explanation
What's an Employee
Identification Number (EIN)?
Required for Most Businesses
You need a new EIN if you plan on having employees or filing business taxes.
We Make It Easy
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) forms can be complicated. We'll file form SS-4 and work with the government on your behalf.
Required by Most Banks
Banks usually ask for your federal tax ID when you open a business bank account or line of credit.
Who needs an EIN? Your business needs an EIN if you...
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Have any Question?
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply online to obtain an EIN immediately as long as the IRS can verify your Social Security number. Other methods, including fax and mail, will take days or weeks to process. Foreign owners without a Social Security number must apply via fax or mail.
An EIN (aka Federal Tax ID) is like a Social Security number for your business entity that the IRS uses to identify you for tax purposes. You will need your EIN for many business-related purposes, including paying your federal taxes.
How long does it take to get an EIN after filing?
Do I need an EIN to file taxes?
Do I need an EIN for my small business?
Without an EIN, your business will be severely restricted. If you want to have employees or plan to hire employees, you need an EIN. If you’re interested in running a corporation or partnership or filing Employment, Excise, or ATF returns, you’ll need an EIN.