Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Can I change the name on my EIN number?
When you change your business name, you generally do not have to file for a new EIN. Instead, you submit an EIN name change. If you change your name soon after you file your annual tax return, then you can inform the IRS of the EIN number change name through a signed notification, similar to a sole proprietorship.
How do I change my EIN information?
If your business address changes, you can simply notify the IRS using Form 8822-B, Change of Address-Business. This form is used if you change your business mailing address or location, or the identity of your responsible party.
Can you change a sole proprietorship to EIN LLC?
Yes, if you have an existing Sole Proprietorship with an EIN (with or without a DBA) and you want to change your Sole Proprietorship to an LLC, you will need a new EIN from the IRS.
Can I change my EIN information?
Generally, businesses need a new EIN when their ownership or structure has changed. Although changing the name of your business does not require you to obtain a new EIN, you may wish to visit the Business Name Change page to find out what actions are required if you change the name of your business.
Do I need a new EIN if I change states?
Because an EIN is a federal tax code for business entities, a new EIN is generally not required when a sole proprietor is moving to another state.
Can I use an old EIN for a new business?
Generally, you need to apply to the IRS for a new Employer Identification Number, or EIN, for any new business. However, under certain conditions, you can use a previous EIN, such as for a limited liability company or a partnership.
Can you transfer an EIN to a new entity?
To transfer EIN to new owner isn't possible. Wins, or Employer Identification Numbers, are not transferable from one business owner to another. There are circumstances in which a business owner may need a new EIN, however.
Can I change EIN information?
If your business address changes, you can simply notify the IRS using Form 8822-B, Change of Address-Business. If you want to change your business entity type, such as from a single-member LLC to a multiple-member LLC, complete IRS Form 8832. This is the same form would use if you wanted to change your tax status.
Can I change my an address online?
You can change your address with the IRS directly by completing IRS form 8822 b. If you are the responsible party for a business, you will need to use Form 8822-B to change your address. When using either of these forms, you will be asked to provide basic information, including your old address and your new address.
Does the IRS have my correct address?
You may correct the address legibly on the mailing label that came with your tax package, or write the new address on your income tax return when you file. When your tax return is processed, the IRS will update your records. The U.S. Post Office will furnish the IRS with change of address updates weekly.
How do I get an EIN for banking purposes only?
The quickest and easiest way to obtain a tax ID for banking purposes is using our online application.
Next, you'll want to print out the confirmation email you receive or write down your EIN.
If you want to apply for a credit card, line of credit, or a loan, you will probably need an EIN as well.
Can someone else use your EIN number?
An employer identification number (EIN) should only be used by the business to which it was issued, but Wins, like personal Social Security numbers, are nine-digit numbers, so they can be used on credit applications as if they were Social Security numbers. Using the EIN in this manner is illegal.
Applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) is a free service offered by the Internal Revenue Service. Beware of websites on the Internet that charge for this free service.
How do I apply for an EIN number?
To apply for an employer identification number, you should obtain Form SS-4 and its Instructions. You can apply for an EIN online, by mail, or by fax. You may also apply by telephone if your organization was formed outside the U.S. or U.S. territories.
How long does it take to get a tax ID number for an estate?
If you do not include a return fax number, it will take about two weeks. If you apply by mail, send your completed Form SS-4 (PDF) at least four to five weeks before you need your EIN to file a return or make a deposit.