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Obtain Federal Tax ID Number (EIN)

EIN Filing:

Quick Processing, Professional Service

InCorp prepares and submits your EIN application to help you avoid errors and delays.

$69*per year
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What Is an EIN?

An Employer Identification Number (EIN), also known as a Federal Employer Identification Number or Federal Tax ID Number, is a unique identifier the IRS assigns to businesses for federal tax reporting and other official purposes.


InCorp prepares and files IRS Form SS-4 on your behalf, making it easy to obtain your EIN.

  • Starting a new LLC or corporation?

    You'll generally need a new EIN, even if you previously operated as a sole proprietorship or partnership.

Who Needs an EIN?

Most businesses need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to comply with IRS requirements. You will typically need an EIN if you are:

  • Starting an Limited Liability Company (LLC)

  • Forming a corporation or S corporation

  • Creating a partnership

  • Launching a nonprofit organization

  • Hiring employees

  • Opening a business bank account

  • Converting a sole proprietorship into an LLC or corporation

  • Required to file certain federal business tax returns

Trusted by 300,000+ businesses

Why Leading Companies Trust InCorp

  • Accurate Application Preparation

    Our experienced team prepares your EIN application with care, helping reduce errors and delays so your business can move forward with confidence.

  • Fast, Professional Service

    Whether you're forming a new business or need an EIN for an existing entity, we prepare and submit your application efficiently to help keep your plans on track.

  • Support Beyond Your EIN

    An EIN is just one step in building your business. InCorp offers formation, registered agent, compliance, and business services to support your company as it grows.

  • Trusted by Business Owners Nationwide

    For more than 25 years, entrepreneurs and businesses across the country have relied on InCorp for dependable filing services and responsive customer support.

How to Get Your EIN with InCorp

From application to IRS filing, InCorp manages every step so you can obtain your EIN with confidence.

Place Your Order

Complete our secure online application with your business information. Once submitted, our team begins preparing your EIN application.

We Prepare & Submit Your Application

Our team prepares IRS Form SS-4, submits it to the IRS on your behalf, and monitors your application through completion.

Receive Your EIN

Once the IRS issues your Employer Identification Number (EIN), we'll securely upload your EIN confirmation document to your InCorp Client Portal for easy access.

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Federal EIN FAQs

Processing times vary based on the IRS and how the application is submitted. InCorp prepares and submits your application promptly, and we'll notify you as soon as your Employer Identification Number (EIN) has been issued.

To apply for an EIN, you'll typically need your business name, entity type, business address, responsible party information, and the date your business was formed or began operating. Additional information may be required depending on your business structure.

Some sole proprietors without employees may be able to use their Social Security Number (SSN) for certain tax purposes. However, many businesses need an EIN, and many banks require one to open a business bank account. An EIN can also help keep your personal SSN separate from your business activities.

It depends on your situation. Certain business changes, such as forming a new legal entity or changing your business structure, may require a new EIN. Changes like updating your business address or business name typically do not. If you're unsure, InCorp can help determine whether you need a new EIN.

In most cases, your LLC, corporation, or other business entity must be legally formed before the IRS will issue an EIN. If you're still forming your business, InCorp can help with both business formation and EIN filing.

Once the IRS issues your EIN, InCorp will securely upload your EIN confirmation document to your InCorp Client Portal, where you can access and download it at any time.

InCorp simplifies the EIN application process by preparing and submitting your IRS Form SS-4 on your behalf. Our experienced team helps ensure your application is completed accurately, and once your EIN is issued, your confirmation document is securely delivered through your InCorp Client Portal.

Yes. Once the IRS issues your Employer Identification Number (EIN), you can generally begin using it for eligible business activities, such as opening a business bank account, hiring employees, and filing federal tax documents.

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