EIN for Trust
Prepare your trust's Federal Tax ID application with professional support. Required for irrevocable trusts, trust bank accounts, and Form 1041 tax filings.
Does Your Trust Need an EIN?
Irrevocable Trust
Must have its own EIN. An irrevocable trust is a separate tax entity and must file its own tax return (Form 1041).
- Cannot be modified or revoked
- Separate tax entity from grantor
- Files Form 1041 annually
- Must have EIN for bank accounts
Revocable (Living) Trust
EIN needed in certain situations. While the grantor is alive, the trust can use the grantor's SSN. An EIN is required when:
- Grantor passes away
- Trust becomes irrevocable
- Bank or financial institution requires it
- Trust has income independent of grantor
Types of Trusts We Help
Living Trust
Revocable trusts that become irrevocable upon grantor's death. EIN needed for trust administration after death.
Family Trust
Trusts created to manage and transfer family wealth. Often irrevocable and require EIN from inception.
Special Needs Trust
Trusts for beneficiaries with disabilities. Typically irrevocable to protect government benefits eligibility.
Real Estate Trust
Land trusts and real estate investment trusts. EIN often required for property transactions and rental income.
Charitable Trust
Charitable remainder trusts (CRT) and charitable lead trusts (CLT). Irrevocable trusts requiring EIN.
Testamentary Trust
Trusts created by a will upon death. Always requires EIN as it only exists after grantor's death.
Why Your Trust Needs an EIN
File Form 1041
Irrevocable trusts must file Form 1041 (US Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts) annually. An EIN is required to file.
Open Trust Bank Accounts
Banks require an EIN to open accounts in the trust's name. Essential for managing trust assets and distributions.
Hold Real Estate
When a trust holds real property, the EIN is needed for property tax records, rental income reporting, and transactions.
Issue K-1s to Beneficiaries
Trusts that distribute income to beneficiaries must issue Schedule K-1 forms showing each beneficiary's share.
How to Get Your Trust EIN
Gather Trust Information
Have your trust document ready. You'll need the trust name, date created, type (revocable/irrevocable), and trustee information.
Complete Our Simple Application
Answer easy questions about your trust. Takes 5-10 minutes. We prepare the complex IRS Form SS-4 for you.
Expert Review & IRS Submission
Our trust specialists review your application for consistency before submission to help reduce avoidable IRS follow-up.
Receive Your Trust EIN
Get your official EIN via email. You're ready to open trust accounts, file returns, and manage trust administration.
What You Need to Apply
Trust Information:
- Full legal name of trust
- Date trust was created/funded
- Type of trust (irrevocable, revocable, etc.)
- Trust address (mailing address)
- Primary purpose of trust
Trustee Information:
- Trustee's full legal name
- Trustee's Social Security Number
- Trustee's address
- Contact phone number
Note: For trusts created upon someone's death (testamentary trusts or revocable trusts that became irrevocable), you'll also need the grantor's date of death.
Trust EIN Pricing
Standard
$197
24-48 Hours
- Complete IRS filing
- Priority trust review
- Fast 24-48hr processing
- Priority support
Express
$327
Same Day
- Complete IRS filing
- Immediate review
- Same-day review target
- Dedicated specialist
Trust EIN FAQ
Does a revocable living trust need an EIN?
While the grantor is alive, a revocable trust can use the grantor's SSN. However, an EIN is required when the grantor dies (trust becomes irrevocable) or when opening accounts that require it.
What's the difference between a trust EIN and an estate EIN?
An estate EIN is for the deceased person's estate (to handle final affairs, debts, and distributions). A trust EIN is for a trust entity that may continue operating for years. They're separate entities and need separate EINs.
Can I be the grantor and trustee of my own trust?
Yes, this is common with revocable living trusts. You create the trust (grantor), manage it (trustee), and benefit from it (beneficiary). The trust still needs its own EIN for proper tax reporting once required.
How fast can I get a trust EIN?
With our service: Basic (3-5 business days), Standard (24-48 hour estimate), Express (same-day review target). Perfect for trustees who need to open bank accounts quickly.
International Trustees
Are you a trustee living outside the United States? Non-US residents can manage US trusts and get an EIN. We handle IRS phone applications for international trustees who don't have an SSN.
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