Apply for Employer Identification Number in 2026
Prepare your Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) application with professional filing support. Expert review checks entity type, business name, responsible party, and filing details before submission.
24-48h
Standard Estimate
Same Day
Express Available
Reviewed
Before Filing
$97
Starting Price
What Is an Employer Identification Number?
An Employer Identification Number (EIN), also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number or Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), is a unique nine-digit number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Think of it as your business's Social Security Number. It identifies your business entity for tax purposes and is required for:
- Filing federal and state tax returns
- Opening business bank accounts
- Hiring employees and filing payroll
- Applying for business licenses and permits
- Building business credit
EIN Format
12-3456789
Nine digits in XX-XXXXXXX format
Your EIN is permanent—it doesn't expire and stays with your business unless you make major structural changes (like converting from sole proprietorship to corporation).
Who Needs an Employer Identification Number in 2026?
Required (Must Have EIN)
- Any business with employees
- All corporations (C-Corp, S-Corp)
- All partnerships (GP, LP, LLP)
- Multi-member LLCs
- Nonprofit organizations
- Trusts and estates with income
Recommended (Should Get EIN)
- Single-member LLCs (for banking)
- Sole proprietors (privacy protection)
- Freelancers and contractors
- E-commerce sellers (Amazon, Etsy)
- Real estate investors
- Anyone wanting business credit
🆕 2026 Update: Increased EIN Importance
With new Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements, enhanced IRS verification procedures, and the $600 1099-K threshold, having an EIN is more important than ever—even for businesses where it's technically "optional." Most banks now require EINs for all business accounts with no exceptions.
Employer Identification Number Application Pricing
Basic Filing
$97
- 3-5 business day processing
- Expert application review
- Entity classification guidance
- Email delivery of EIN
- Customer support
Standard Filing
$197
- 24-48 hour estimated processing
- Priority IRS submission
- Dedicated support agent
- Phone + email delivery
- Compliance guidance
Express Filing
$327
- Same business day
- Immediate IRS submission
- Direct phone support line
- Certified delivery
- Full compliance package
Why Use a Professional EIN Application Service?
Expert Application Review
Every application is reviewed before submission. We check for common issues such as wrong entity type, name mismatches, and responsible-party details before they create avoidable delays.
Application Review
We review your entity classification, business name, and responsible party information for consistency before submission. Correct details help reduce avoidable IRS follow-up or rejection risk.
Fast Processing
Choose Basic, Standard, or Express service based on your timeline. Timing depends on IRS availability, cutoff time for express review, and application details.
All Business Types
LLCs, corporations, partnerships, sole proprietorships, nonprofits, trusts, estates—we handle every entity type with specialized expertise.
Select Your Business Entity Type
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