How do I check the status of my EIN number?

Call 800-829-4933 to verify a number or to ask about the status of an application by mail.

Can I get an EIN number over the phone?

Taxpayers can obtain an EIN immediately by calling the Business & Specialty Tax Line at (800) 829-4933 between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. An assistor takes the information, assigns the EIN, and provides the number to an authorized individual over the telephone.

What number do I call to get a live person at the IRS?

800-829-1040
More In Help Contact an IRS customer service representative to correct any agency errors by calling 800-829-1040. Customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, unless otherwise noted (see telephone assistance for more information).

Why is my EIN taking so long?

As a result of the U.S. lockdown efforts from March through May of 2020, IRS offices were closed, and not processing EIN applications. Today, although they have re-opened offices, they currently estimate 45 business days to process EIN applications (SS4 forms).

How long does EIN take?

The processing timeframe for an EIN application received by mail is four weeks. Ensure that the Form SS-4 PDF contains all of the required information. If it is determined that the entity needs a new EIN, one will be assigned using the appropriate procedures for the entity type and mailed to the taxpayer.

How do you Find Your IRS Ein number?

Ask the IRS to search for your EIN by calling the Business & Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933. The hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.

How to request Ein number from the IRS?

Call the IRS support at 800-829-4933.

Provide the name of your business and other verification details like address and phone number to the support executive.

Request the support executive for a 147c letter; placing such a request is free.

How to verify IRS Ein number?

Internal Revenue Service Resources. The IRS maintains all records regarding Social Security numbers,non profit TIN information and business EIN data.

Tax Preparation Software Resources. Tax preparation software programs have compiled large databases of information and can also pull information from public sources.

Ask the Company in Question.

How do I obtain an EIN number?

To apply for an EIN, the IRS offers four options to receive your number: you can apply online, by fax, by mail or by telephone. If you file online, an EIN will be issued immediately once all of the information is validated.