EIN
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) / Tax ID Number
Understanding What, Where, When & Hows of Your Business EIN
Why use Profilers to get an EIN?
Seamless application
Avoid having to navigate complicated IRS rules and processes on your own. We make it easy for you by filling out your EIN application, based on your answers to a few questions.
Effortless FIling
Enjoy a more effortless, stress-free process. We'll facilitate the filing of your EIN application directly with the IRS, so you don't have to worry about meeting all the IRS requirements.
Verified Completion
No need to manage the approval period with the IRS. We'll handle the approval process and send you the official documentation, complete with your confirmed identification number
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Why Get A Federal Tax ID Number (EIN)?
Meet Compliance Requirements
Enjoy a more effortless, stress-free process. We'll facilitate the filing of your EIN application directly with the IRS, so you don't have to worry about meeting all the IRS requirements.
Build Credibility
Having an EIN shows you're serious about your business, which helps boost credibility and build trust with vendors and partners
Hire Employees
An EIN can help you establish the financial infrastructure needed to hire employees and simplify the process of managing payroll
What's a federal tax identification number or EIN?
A federal tax ID number is a unique 9-digit number that’s assigned to a business or organization by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It identifies your business for tax purposes and is formatted as: XX-XXXXXXX
This number is generally necessary to pay your employees, open a business bank account, withhold taxes, complete W-9 tax forms as an independent contractor, or pay taxes.
EINs are issued by the IRS and used on federal tax forms. Once your business has been assigned an EIN, it never expires and can never be reissued to another business
Types of business entities that need an
employer identification number (EIN)
No matter what type of business you own, getting an EIN is important for financial compliance, filing taxes, and protecting your privacy.
Business Entity Type
Is An EIN Required?
01
LLC
(Limited Liability Company)
- It depends. You need one for your LLC if it is any of the following:
- Multi-Member LLC
- Single-member LLC with employees, or with plans to hire employees in the next 12 months
- Single-member LLC being taxed as a corporation.
02
C Corp
(Corporation or Partnership)
- Yes. It's required even if your corporation or partnership doesn't have employees.
03
S Corp
(Sole Proprietorship)
- It depends. You need one for your sole proprietorship if:
- You have employees, or plan to hire employees in the next 12 months
- You have a tax-deferred retirement plan for individuals or small businesses
- You are required to file a Federal employment tax return, Excise tax return, or Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms tax return
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can non-U.S. residents apply for an EIN?
Yes, non-U.S. residents can apply for an EIN to start a business or manage their U.S.-based operations.
Is an EIN the same as a Social Security Number (SSN)?
No, an EIN is for businesses, while an SSN is for individuals.
How can I apply for an EIN through your service?
Fill out our simple online form, and we’ll handle the EIN application process for you.
What information is required to apply for an EIN?
You’ll need your business name, address, type of entity (LLC, Corporation, etc.), and a responsible party’s name (with SSN or ITIN, if applicable).
How long does it take to get an EIN?
Processing times vary but usually it takes 7 to 14 business to obtain EIN as a non-US resident.
Can I open a U.S. bank account with an EIN?
Yes, most U.S. banks require an EIN to open a business account.
Do I need an EIN to sell on Amazon or Shopify?
Yes, platforms like Amazon and Shopify often require an EIN for tax reporting purposes.
