Mail applications take the longest. The IRS says businesses should expect to receive an EIN four to five weeks after ...

Thankfully, looking up your EIN number is pretty easy. Let’s take a closer look at what EIN numbers are, how to apply for one as well as how to identify an existing one.

If you need your EIN number fast, you can apply online. Getting an EIN from the IRS is free and will be issued immediately after applying. Here’s how to get an EIN number online in three steps ...

Employer Identification Number Businesses and other entities use an employer identification number, or EIN—sometimes called a federal employer identification number, or FEIN—for tax reporting.