This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Reference number 101 (sometimes referred to as an error code) means that the IRS system already has a business entity with a name that is either too similar to or the same as your entity's name. You'll probably need to fax in your application instead, but first follow the instructions below.
Call the IRS Business and Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933. Request a copy of Form 147C (Confirmation of EIN) from the IRS representative. Verify your identity and the ownership of the entity associated with the EIN during the call.
Find a previously filed tax return for your existing entity (if you have filed a return) for which you have your lost or misplaced EIN. Your previously filed return should be notated with your EIN. Ask the IRS to search for your EIN by calling the Business & Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933.
Step by Step: How to Apply for an EIN Go to the IRS website. Identify the legal and tax structure of your business entity. If your business is an LLC, provide information about the members. State why you are requesting an EIN. Identify and describe a contact person for the business. Provide the business' location.
For trusts, the responsible party is a grantor, owner, or trustor. For decedent estates, the responsible party is the executor, administrator, personal representative, or other fiduciary.
The IRS sends out an EIN confirmation letter for every EIN application it processes. This EIN confirmation letter is called CP 575, and the IRS only mails the letter to the mailing address listed on line 4 of the SS-4 application. Unfortunately, you cannot get a copy of the IRS EIN confirmation letter online.
What you need Your business entity type. The Social Security number or taxpayer ID number of the responsible party in control of your business or organization. If you're a third-party designee, you must have signed authorization to apply.
You should put the address that you want any communications to be done. In your case - this should be your address in California. You will likely receive mail such as a letter from the IRS indicating your EIN.
If the EIN is needed in the future, it will still belong to the business entity even after the account is closed. To close a business account with the IRS, a written letter must be sent to: Internal Revenue Service, Cincinnati, OH 45999.
California: Internal Revenue Service, PO Box 802501, Cincinnati, OH 45280-2501.