Federal Tax ID Application
Apply for your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) online. Professional service with expert review and service-level options.
Official Federal Tax ID Application Service
IRS Form SS-4 preparation and filing
Fast Processing
24-48 hour standard estimate
Express review available
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Data protection
Expert Support
Dedicated assistance
Throughout process
Starting at $97 • All business types
What is a Federal Tax ID?
A Federal Tax ID, also known as an Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), is a unique nine-digit number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service to identify your business.
Format: XX-XXXXXXX
Think of it as a Social Security Number for your business. It's used for tax reporting, opening bank accounts, hiring employees, and establishing your business identity.
Names for the Same Thing:
- Federal Tax ID
- Federal Tax ID Number
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- Federal Employer ID Number (FEIN)
- Tax Identification Number (TIN)
All these terms refer to the same IRS-issued number.
Federal Tax ID Application Process
Choose Entity
Select your business type
Fill Form
Complete application
We File
We submit to IRS
Get FEIN
Receive via email
Federal Tax ID Application Requirements
Business Information
Legal Business Name
As registered with your state
Business Address
US street address (no PO Box)
Entity Type
LLC, Corp, Partnership, etc.
Business Activity
Primary products/services
Responsible Party
Full Legal Name
Person who controls the entity
SSN or ITIN
Required for IRS verification
Contact Information
Phone and email address
Your SSN is encrypted with 256-bit security and never stored in plain text.
Federal Tax ID Application Pricing
Standard
$197
24-48 Hours
- Priority Processing
- Form SS-4 Preparation
- Priority Support
- Refund Policy Available
Express
$327
Same Day*
- Rush Processing
- Form SS-4 Preparation
- Priority Support
- Refund Policy Available
*Same-day for applications submitted before 1 PM EST
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
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Begin ApplicationFrequently Asked Questions
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.