Identifying your business
A Federal Tax ID
Number or Employer Identification Number (EIN), is basically a Social Security
Number for a business. The IRS uses it to identify a business, and it must be
included on all your business tax filings. Also, banks typically require an EIN
in order to open a business bank account. Other companies that you do business
with may also require that your business provide an EIN number in order to pay
any of your invoices.
If you currently operate your business as a sole
proprietorship or general partnership and want to incorporate or form an LLC,
you must obtain a new Federal Tax ID Number (EIN) for your business.
Features & Benefits
BizFilings
obtains your Federal Tax ID Number (EIN) from the IRS on behalf of your
business. This service is included in
our Complete Incorporation Service or can be added to the Basic and Standard Incorporation
Services. It can also be purchased as a stand-alone service. With this service:
- Turn-around. The typical
turn-around time for this service is 2-3 days after we receive approval of your
incorporation filing from the state.
- Available online. Once BizFilings receives the Federal Tax ID Number
(EIN) from the IRS, your EIN will be made available within our Online Status
Center and emailed to you.
Key Benefits
Obtaining an EIN is one of the first steps most business owners take after incorporation, since an EIN is typically required to open a business bank account, and is also required on federal tax filings.
Steps to Take After Incorporation
Keep in Mind
Some states also require companies to have a state tax identification number in addition to the EIN. With our Deluxe Incorporation Service, BizFilings provides you with the appropriate state form to complete in states that have this requirement.
State Guides