EIN for New Business in 2026
Congratulations on starting your business. Prepare your Federal Tax ID application so you can move toward banking, hiring, and other setup tasks.
Start Your New Business EIN Application
Expert preparation, submission support, and email updates. Starting at $97.
Why Your New Business Needs an EIN
Open Business Bank Accounts
Banks require an EIN to open business checking and savings accounts. Keep personal and business finances separate.
Hire Employees
Planning to hire? You need an EIN before running payroll. Required for W-2s and tax deposits.
Protect Your SSN
Use your EIN instead of SSN on W-9s and vendor forms. Reduce identity theft risk.
Build Business Credit
An EIN is the foundation of your business credit profile. Apply for business credit cards and loans.
New Business Checklist
2. Form Your Business Entity
File with your state (for LLCs/corps)
4. Open Business Bank Account
Requires EIN
5. Get Business Licenses & Permits
State and local requirements
Select Your Business Type
Start Your Application
Select your business entity type to begin your EIN application
Sole Proprietorship
A business owned and operated by one individual with no legal distinction between the owner and the business.
from $97$97Single-Member LLC
A limited liability company with only one member that provides liability protection with pass-through taxation.
from $97$97Multi-Member LLC
A limited liability company with multiple members that combines liability protection with flexible management.
from $97$97Corporation
A legal entity separate from its owners that provides the strongest liability protection but faces double taxation.
from $97$97S Corporation
A corporation that elects to pass corporate income, losses, deductions, and credits through to shareholders.
from $97$97Partnership
A business relationship between two or more people who share management and profits.
from $97$97Non-Profit
An organization that uses its surplus revenues to further its purpose rather than distributing them as profit.
from $97$97Estate
A legal entity created after a person's death to manage and distribute their assets.
from $97$97Trust
A fiduciary arrangement that allows a third party to hold assets on behalf of beneficiaries.
from $97$97Other
Other entity types including governmental organizations, religious organizations, and foreign entities.
from $97$97
Need help choosing? Each option corresponds to an official IRS entity classification. View detailed definitions below
New Business EIN Questions
When should I get my EIN?
After forming your business entity (for LLCs/corps), but before opening bank accounts or hiring employees. Sole proprietors can apply immediately.
What if I'm just starting and don't have an LLC yet?
You can get an EIN as a sole proprietor right away. If you form an LLC later, you'll need a new EIN for the LLC.
How quickly can I get my EIN?
With our service: Same-day (Express), 24-48 hour estimate (Standard), or 3-5 days (Basic). Don't let paperwork slow down your business launch.
What information do I need?
Business name, address, entity type, formation date, and the responsible party's SSN. Our application guides you through everything.
New Business EIN Pricing
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