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Getting your Federal Tax ID online is the fastest and most convenient method for most businesses.
We check your application details before submission to help reduce avoidable delays from missing or inconsistent information.
Each application is reviewed before filing so the information matches the business structure selected in the intake.
LLCs, Corporations, Partnerships, Non-Profits, Estates, Trusts—we handle every business type.
Choose the entity type that matches your business. Each application is customized for your specific needs.
Select your business entity type to begin your EIN application
A business owned and operated by one individual with no legal distinction between the owner and the business.
A limited liability company with only one member that provides liability protection with pass-through taxation.
A limited liability company with multiple members that combines liability protection with flexible management.
A legal entity separate from its owners that provides the strongest liability protection but faces double taxation.
A corporation that elects to pass corporate income, losses, deductions, and credits through to shareholders.
A business relationship between two or more people who share management and profits.
An organization that uses its surplus revenues to further its purpose rather than distributing them as profit.
A legal entity created after a person's death to manage and distribute their assets.
A fiduciary arrangement that allows a third party to hold assets on behalf of beneficiaries.
Other entity types including governmental organizations, religious organizations, and foreign entities.
Need help choosing? Each option corresponds to an official IRS entity classification. View detailed definitions below
Not sure which entity type to choose? Read our FAQ or contact us for help.
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Find answers to common questions about Federal Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) and our filing service. If you don't see your question answered here, please contact our support team via email.
An Employer Identification Number (EIN), also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, is a unique nine-digit number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to business entities operating in the United States. It's used to identify taxpayers who are required to file various business tax returns. Think of it as a Social Security Number for your business.
You need an EIN if you: have employees, operate your business as a corporation or partnership, file tax returns for employment, excise, or alcohol, tobacco, and firearms, withhold taxes on income, other than wages, paid to a non-resident alien, have a Keogh plan, or are involved with certain organizations. Many banks may ask for EIN documentation before opening a business bank account, even for sole proprietors.
Timing depends on the service level you choose, IRS availability, and the details in your application. We prepare and review the filing before submission to help reduce avoidable delays from missing or inconsistent information.
We're a document preparation service focused on EIN and business formation paperwork. We help organize the required information, review it before filing, and provide support throughout the application process.
You'll need: the legal name of your business entity, the business mailing address, the responsible party's name and Social Security Number (or ITIN), the type of entity, the reason for applying, and information about your business activities and employees. Our application process will guide you through all required information step by step. You can also view our Form SS-4 reference guide to see all the information that will be needed.
Form SS-4 is the official IRS application form for an Employer Identification Number (EIN). When you use our service, we help you complete this form correctly and submit it to the IRS on your behalf. You can view our Form SS-4 reference guide to see what information is required on the official form.
If you don't have a Social Security Number, you may be able to obtain an EIN by using an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). If you don't have an ITIN either, you can still apply for an EIN by mail or fax using Form SS-4 and following special instructions. Our service can help guide you through this process.
Yes, you can change your business structure after obtaining an EIN. However, depending on the type of change, you may need to apply for a new EIN. For example, if you change from a sole proprietorship to a corporation or partnership, you'll need a new EIN. Our customer support team can help determine if your specific change requires a new EIN.
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