How to Register a Federal EIN

Not every business will register a Federal EIN (employer identification number). When you start to consider how to obtain a Federal EIN, you want to think of a few things. In this article, we address the assessments you need to make and explain how to register for a Federal EIN.

One big reason you may want to register a Federal EIN is that you want to protect your Social Security Number from being reported as a sole proprietor. Any time that you fill out a W9 form for a 1099 with a client, you are subjecting your Social Security Number to be stolen. Therefore, some sole proprietors like having that personal protection.

The other reason for having one is that you plan to hire employees and run payroll. In that case, you will be required to have a Federal EIN.

How do you register for a Federal EIN?

Google “I want to register for a Federal EIN online”. Make sure you are using the IRS website. If you do not see it, here is the link: CLICK HERE. Because obtaining a Federal EIN from the IRS is FREE, but other links will likely try to charge you for this number.

If you need help with that form, please work with your bookkeeper or hire someone to help you with filling out the form. If you need one of our account managers to help you, please contact one of them here.