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Your EIN (Employer Identification Number) is your company's federal tax ID — required to open a US bank account, hire, and file taxes. We get yours even if you don't have an SSN.

What an EIN is for

An EIN is a nine-digit number the IRS assigns to your business. You need it to open a US business bank account, connect a payment processor like Stripe, hire employees or contractors, and file federal taxes.

It is free from the IRS — but the process is where founders get stuck, especially without an SSN or ITIN.

EIN without an SSN — for non-US founders

US residents with an SSN can often get an EIN online in minutes. Without an SSN, the IRS requires a Form SS-4 submitted by fax or mail, which typically takes a few weeks.

We prepare and submit the SS-4 for you as a third-party designee, so you don't need an SSN or ITIN, and you don't need to call the IRS yourself.

  • No SSN or ITIN required
  • We prepare and file Form SS-4 for you
  • Typical timeline: a few days with an SSN, a few weeks without
  • You receive your official EIN confirmation letter (CP 575)

FAQ

Common questions

Yes. Non-US founders do not need an SSN or ITIN. We file Form SS-4 on your behalf and obtain the EIN for you.
With an SSN, often a couple of business days. Without an SSN, typically 2–6 weeks depending on IRS processing.
Not for the EIN. You may want an ITIN later for personal US tax filing — we offer that separately.

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