EIN Application

• 1). Access the IRS website and select "Businesses" from the banner near the top of the screen.
  
  
• 2). Select "Employer ID Numbers" from the bullets on the left-hand side of the screen under "Businesses Topics."
  
  
• 3). Select "Apply for an EIN Online" from the menu selections.
  
  
• 4). Scroll to the bottom of the page and select "APPLY ONLINE NOW."
  
  
• 5). Enter the information requested. The name, taxpayer identification number and signature of a responsible party must be provided. Information about legal structure, location, intended operations and employee activity is also required.
  
  
• 6). Provide the name, address, phone number and fax number for an authorized designee, if someone other than the responsible party will be receiving the EIN and answering questions about the application. A responsible party must still be listed on the application.
  
  
• 7). Receive the permanent EIN. Download, save and print the confirmation. The EIN will become part of the IRS's permanent records in about two weeks.