EIN for S-Corporation
Required BEFORE Form 2553 election. Prepare your S-Corp EIN application with professional support so Form 2553 deadlines do not catch you unprepared.
⏰ CRITICAL: S-Corp Election Deadline
You must file Form 2553 within 2 months and 15 days (75 days) of incorporation for current-year S-Corp election.
The Problem:
You need an EIN BEFORE you can file Form 2553. No EIN = can't submit = miss deadline = wait until next year.
Our Solution:
Choose a service level based on your timeline so you can prepare Form 2553 filing details with professional EIN support.
Why Businesses Choose S-Corp Status
Self-Employment Tax Savings
S-Corp shareholders can pay themselves a "reasonable salary" and take remaining profits as distributions, avoiding 15.3% self-employment tax on those distributions.
Pass-Through Taxation
Unlike C-Corps, S-Corps avoid double taxation. Income "passes through" to shareholders and is taxed only once at personal rates.
Limited Liability
Like all corporations, S-Corps provide liability protection for shareholders' personal assets from business debts and lawsuits.
Example Savings: A business owner earning $150,000 could save $10,000+ per year in self-employment taxes by electing S-Corp status. But you need your EIN first!
S-Corporation Requirements
S-Corp Eligibility:
- Domestic corporation (formed in US)
- 100 or fewer shareholders
- Only US citizens/residents as shareholders
- One class of stock only
- Not a bank, insurance company, or DISC
EIN is Required For:
- Filing Form 2553 (S-Corp election)
- Filing Form 1120-S (S-Corp tax return)
- Issuing K-1s to shareholders
- Payroll for shareholder-employees
- Opening business bank accounts
Critical Timeline: EIN → Form 2553 → S-Corp Status
Incorporate Your Business
Form your corporation or LLC with your state. The 75-day clock starts on your incorporation date.
Get Your EIN (You Are Here!) ⬅️
DO THIS IMMEDIATELY. You cannot file Form 2553 without an EIN. Every day you wait is a day closer to missing the deadline.
File Form 2553
Submit Form 2553 to the IRS within 75 days of incorporation. Your EIN goes on line E of the form.
S-Corp Status Effective
Once approved, your S-Corp election is effective from day one of the tax year. Start enjoying tax savings!
S-Corporation EIN Pricing
Standard
$197
24-48 Hours
- Complete IRS filing
- Priority S-Corp review
- Fast 24-48hr processing
- Form 2553 guidance
Express
$327
Same Day
- Complete IRS filing
- Immediate processing
- Same-day review target
- Dedicated specialist
S-Corporation EIN FAQ
Do I need an EIN before filing Form 2553?
Yes, absolutely. Your EIN is required on Form 2553 (line E). You must get your EIN first, then file the S-Corp election. There's no workaround.
What if I miss the 75-day deadline?
You may have to wait until the next tax year for S-Corp status, or file for late election relief, which is not guaranteed. Getting the EIN early helps keep the Form 2553 timeline cleaner.
Can an LLC elect S-Corp status?
Yes! LLCs can elect to be taxed as an S-Corp by filing Form 2553. This is a popular strategy to get S-Corp tax benefits while maintaining LLC flexibility. The LLC still needs an EIN first.
How fast can I get an S-Corp EIN?
With our service: Basic (3-5 business days), Standard (24-48 hour estimate), Express (same-day review target). For S-Corp elections with tight deadlines, we recommend Standard or Express.
⚠️ Important: S-Corp Shareholder Restrictions
S-Corporations can only have US citizens or US residents as shareholders. Non-resident aliens cannot be S-Corp shareholders. If you have international owners, consider a C-Corporation or standard LLC instead.
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