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Employer Identification NumberInformation about Employer Identification Numbers (EIN), also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number. An EIN is used to identify a business entity.
Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) online
Information about how to apply online for an Employer Identification Number.
Do you need a new EIN?
Generally, businesses need a new EIN when their ownership or structure has changed.
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Using the correct name control in e-filing corporate tax returns
The name control a corporation uses in their electronic tax return must match the IRS record of the corporation's name control. This short set of FAQs explain why name controls are important and how taxpayers can verify their name control.
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Corporations
Before applying for tax-exempt status
Steps you should take before you begin the application process
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Charities and Nonprofits
Employer identification number - Political organizations
Procedure for a tax-exempt political organization to obtain an employer identification number
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Charities and Nonprofits
Information returns filing chart
Review a tax chart of information returns, reporting requirements and deadlines for Indian Tribal Governments.
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Indian Tribal Governments
What people need to know when starting a business
Tax Tip 2024-41, April 30, 2024 — The IRS knows that understanding and meeting tax obligations is vital to the success of all businesses, especially a new one. IRS.gov has the resources and information to help people through the process of starting a new business.
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Businesses
Tax Credits for Paid Leave Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: Special Issues for Employers — Use of Third-Party Payers
Special Issues for Employers — Use of Third-Party Payers FAQs about Tax Credits for Paid Leave Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
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Filing requirements for a tax-exempt organization
Filing requirements for a tax-exempt organization
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Charities and Nonprofits
Information for organizations applying for tax-exempt status
Tax Tip 2023-100, Aug. 14, 2023 — Organizations applying for tax-exempt status must be organized and operated exclusively for any of these purposes: charitable, religious, educational, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition, or preventing cruelty to children or animals.
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Charities and Nonprofits
Does the organization have an employer identification number?
Exemption application process question asking whether organization seeking recognition of exemption from federal income taxation under IRC section 501(a) has received an employer identification number.
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Charities and Nonprofits
Recommended reading for small businesses
Review a list of online publications for small businesses.
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Small Businesses