Form SS-4: Application for Employer Identification Number

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Form SS-4: Application for Employer Identification Number
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Use Form SS-4 to apply for an employer identification number (EIN). An EIN is a nine-digit number (for example, 12-3456789) assigned to employers, sole proprietors, corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, certain individuals, and other entities for tax filing and reporting purposes.

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Form SS-4: Application for Employer Identification Number FAQs

What is Form SS-4?
Form SS-4 is used to apply for an employer identification number (EIN).
Can I apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) online?
Yes, if you are an applicant in the U.S. or in U.S. possessions, you can apply for and receive an EIN free of charge on IRS.gov.
How many Employer Identification Numbers (EIN) do I need if I have multiple businesses?
Please visit www.irs.gov for more details on how many Employer Identification Numbers (EIN) are needed.