Obtain a Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number
A Federal Tax ID Number, also known as an Employer Identification Number or EIN, is basically a Social Security Number (SSN) for a business. It is the number the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) uses to identify the business and it must be included on all tax filings the business makes. Also, banks generally require a Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number to open a business bank account.
If you currently operate your business as a sole proprietorship or general partnership and are now looking to incorporate or form a limited liability company (LLC), you must obtain a new Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number for your business.
BizFilings obtains your Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number from the IRS on behalf of your business. The typical turn-around time for this service is 2-3 days after we receive approval of your formation filing from the state. Once BizFilings receives the Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number from the IRS, the completed form will be available within the Online Corporate Status Center and the EIN will be emailed to the address on file.
In order to obtain the Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number for your business, you must provide your SSN or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN). If you do not have a SSN, you must obtain an ITIN from the IRS prior to being able to apply for the Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number for your business. BizFilings does not assist with form preparation or the obtainment of the ITIN.
In addition to the SSN/ITIN prerequisite imposed by the IRS, the individual applying for the Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number is also required to provide a physical US address, PO Boxes are not acceptable.
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BizFilings' Federal Tax (EIN) Number Obtainment can be added to our formation services or purchased as a stand-alone for $70.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is a Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number?
A. A Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number, also known as an Employer Identification Number or EIN, is basically a Social Security Number (SSN) for businesses. It is the number the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) uses to identify the business, and it must be included on all federal tax filings the business makes. Also, banks generally require an EIN to open business bank accounts.
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Q. Can I reuse the Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number from my sole proprietorship?
A. If you operate your business as a sole proprietorship or general partnership, your Social Security Number (SSN) is used as the Federal Tax ID Number for your business. When you incorporate or form a limited liability company (LLC), you must obtain a new EIN for your business.
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Q. How do I apply for a Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number?
A. Businesses apply for an EIN by preparing Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form SS-4 and filing it with the IRS. BizFilings can assist with the preparation of this document and/or obtainment of your company's EIN number from the IRS on your behalf.
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Q. Do I need to file any paperwork with my state?
A. Some states also require a State Tax Identification Number (State Tax ID Number). BizFilings can help obtain a State Tax ID Number in states that require one for all business entities. These states include Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Nevada, Tennessee, Virginia and Vermont. Other states may require a State Tax ID Number for specific entity types. To learn if your state requires a separate number, contact your state's taxation authority.
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Q. How do I obtain and Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)?
A. To obtain an ITIN from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), you must complete IRS Form W-7 and mail it to the IRS. Click here to print Form W-7 and the associated instruction sheet. BizFilings does not assist with the preparation of Form W-7 or the obtainment of the ITIN.
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