IRS Form SS-4 Template:
Application for EIN

Use this form to apply for a federal Employer Identification Number for your business, organization, or entity.

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Why use the SS-4 Form template?

This form helps you apply for a federal EIN by capturing your entity type, structure, and responsible party details.

What this form includes

Fillable SS-4 form covering entity name, type, mailing address, responsible party, reason for applying, and authorized signature.

Entity and trade name

Entity and trade name

Captures the legal name of the entity or individual and the trade name if different from the registered name.

Entity type and structure

Entity type and structure

Identifies whether the applicant is a sole proprietor, partnership, corporation, trust, or other entity type.

Responsible party details

Responsible party details

Records the name and identification number of the responsible party, which can be a Social Security Number, ITIN, or EIN.

Business address and location

Business address and location

Captures the mailing address, street address if different, and the county and state where the business is located.

Purpose of application

Purpose of application

States the reason for the EIN application and the principal business activity, such as the type of goods sold or services provided.

Employee and wage details

Employee and wage details

Covers the expected number of employees, first date wages will be paid, and whether the applicant wants to file annually instead of quarterly.

Signature and notarization

Signature and authorization

Includes the applicant signature, date, and title to confirm the information is accurate and complete before filing.

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Complete this form, add the applicant signature, and keep a secure filled copy on file in minutes.

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