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FAQsWhat is an Employer Identification Number (EIN)?

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What is an Employer Identification Number (EIN)?

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An Employer Identification Number (EIN)—also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number—is used to identify a business entity. Generally, businesses need an EIN. Click here to view instructions on how to apply online for an EIN, and click here to apply online. In addition to the EIN, businesses must register with the tax authority in the state in which they are operating.


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