IRS EIN Assistant - Official Application Model

All fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. Session Active: 15:00

What type of legal structure is applying for an EIN?

Choose the type of legal structure for which you are applying. If you don't see your organization type, choose "View Additional Types".

Sole Proprietor Includes individuals who are in business for themselves and household employers.

Partnerships Includes partnerships and joint ventures.

Corporations Includes S corporations, personal service corporations, REIT, RIC, and settlement funds.

Limited Liability Company (LLC) A structure allowed by state statute and formed by filing articles of organization with the state.

Estate An estate is a legal entity created as a result of a person's death.

Trusts All types of trusts including conservatorships, custodianships, guardianships, and revocable/irrevocable trusts.

Indian Tribal Governments/Enterprises Federally recognized Indian tribal bodies or authorized enterprises.

View Additional Types, Including Tax-Exempt and Governmental Organizations Churches, non-profits, HOA/Condo associations, political organizations, community groups, etc.

Why is the structure requesting an EIN? *

Choose the one reason that best describes why you are applying for an EIN.

Started a new business Hired employee(s) Banking purposes Changed type of organization Purchased active business

Identity - Responsible Party

The responsible party is the individual who ultimately owns or controls the entity. Must match IRS records.

Important Security Notice: You must enter a valid 9-digit Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

First Name * Only letters, '-' and '&' allowed

Middle Name / Initial

Last Name *

Suffix

SSN or ITIN *

Enter a valid 9-digit SSN in format XXX-XX-XXXX.

Please identify your role *

I am the sole proprietor / responsible party / owner. I am a third party applying for an EIN on behalf of this entity.

Where is the business physically located?

Must be a physical address in the United States or its territories. P.O. Boxes are not permitted here.

Street Address *

Address Line 2 (Suite, Room, Apt)

City *

State / Territory *

ZIP Code *

Phone Number *

Additional Details & Business Activity

Please provide operational information for your business or entity.

Legal Business Name / Entity Name *

Trade Name / DBA (Doing Business As)

Business Start / Acquisition Date *

Primary Industry Category *

Operational Questions

Do you have or do you expect to have any employees who will receive Forms W-2 in the next 12 months?

Yes No

Does your business own a highway motor vehicle with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more?

Yes No

Does your business involve gambling or wagering?

Yes No

Step 5: Review & Submit Application

Carefully verify all information below before submitting. Once submitted, your EIN will be generated immediately.

Under penalties of perjury:

I declare that I have examined this application, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete, and that I am authorized to sign and apply for this Employer Identification Number on behalf of the entity listed.

I acknowledge and agree to the penalties of perjury declaration above.

Congratulations! Your EIN has been successfully generated.

Your Employer Identification Number is active and ready for federal tax purposes.

Department of the Treasury

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

CINCINNATI OH 45999-0023

Notice: CP 575 G

Date:

Form: SS-4

ACME ENTERPRISES LLC

JOHN DOE, OWNER

123 CONSTITUTION AVE NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20224

Assigned EIN

XX-XXXXXXX

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

We have assigned you the Employer Identification Number (EIN) shown above. Keep this notice in your permanent records. This number will be used to identify your business accounts for all federal tax matters.

If you have any questions about this EIN or your filing requirements, please visit IRS.gov or call Business & Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933.

IRS Department of the Treasury Form CP-575 Online Electronic Fulfillment Security Code: IRS-SS4-AUTH-OK

Internal Revenue Service

Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)

What type of legal structure is applying for an EIN?

Why is the structure requesting an EIN? *

Identity - Responsible Party

Where is the business physically located?

Additional Details & Business Activity

Operational Questions

Step 5: Review & Submit Application

Congratulations! Your EIN has been successfully generated.

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE