To get your business EIN as a foreign person, you need to fill out IRS Form SS-4, Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN). You cannot file this form online (unless you have an ITIN, as discussed above). This means you’ll need to choose whether you want to file the SS-4 form by phone, fax or mail.

Can a Canadian company get an EIN?

To obtain an EIN, a Canadian corporation must file Form SS-4 with the IRS. Obtaining an EIN can also be done by applying to the IRS on-line, fax, mail or telephone. We recommend Canadian corporations apply for the EIN by telephone, by contacting the IRS at 267-941-1099.

Does a foreign business need a US tax ID?

In order to claim an exemption from income tax withholding due to a tax treaty, a U.S.-affiliated foreign business needs an IRS-issued EIN to complete Form W-8BEN Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding.

How long does it take to get a foreign EIN?

International applicants must call 267-941-1099 (Not a toll-free number). If you prefer, you can fax a completed Form SS-4 to the service center for your state, and they will respond with a return fax in about one week. If you do not include a return fax number, it will take about two weeks.

How does a non US citizen get a tax ID number?

To obtain an ITIN, you must complete IRS Form W-7, IRS Application for Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. The Form W-7 requires documentation substantiating foreign/alien status and true identity for each individual.

How to obtain US Tax ID ( Ein ) for foreign entities?

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What’s the best way to apply for an EIN?

There are several ways to apply for an EIN, including online, through fax, by mail, or by telephone. Keep mind that if you don’t have an SSN or ITIN, you should use a business lawyer to handle the application process for you.

What does Ein stand for in tax form?

EIN stands for Employer Identification Number. It is also known as a Tax Identification Number (TIN) or a Federal Tax ID Number. This number specifically identifies your business with the IRS to track your business’s monetary flow.

What kind of business entity need an EIN?

The types of business entities that need an EIN are C Corporations, S Corporations, Multiple-Member LLCs, and Single-Member LLCs with employees. As a C or S Corporation, you are required to have an EIN. If you don’t have a social security number or an ITIN, you do have options still.