An EIN stands for Employer Identification Number. This is a number which the IRS requires you to have when you file tax returns for a corporation and for employee purposes. In addition, most banks will not allow you to open a bank account unless you have this number. You must have an EIN to run a business. An EIN must be obtained for an LLC as well as a corporation.

Even if you already have an EIN as a sole proprietor, this number is not usable for the new corporation or LLC. You must obtain a new one.

If you nave elected to have us provide it to you. We will provide a completed EIN application form for you and will obtain the EIN number from the IRS immediately upon the filing of your Articles of Incorporation.

Self-Service: Obtaining a Tax ID number doesn't cost any money. Download the instructions and EIN application. You can apply by phone, fax or mail. You can also call toll free at 800 829 4933 and get EIN instantly over the phone. If you apply by fax, it takes about 4-5 business days. If you apply by mail, it takes about 3-4 weeks.

NEW: You can apply for EIN tax ID over the Internet. Just apply directly on IRS website. You will get your EIN instantly. Here is the link.

Do you need assistance with obtaining a tax ID? We can help prepare the form and obtain the tax ID. Please fill out the EIN application and then Fax it to us.

Nominee Tax ID - EIN

If you want to get an EIN without using your own SSN, we offer a Nominee Tax ID Service. The one-time fee for this service is $0.00 Please fill out our Nominee Tax ID Service application and then Fax it to us.