Starting a US Business

EIN Number

An EIN is one of the first things most US businesses need. We prepare and submit the application for you.

Overview

What This Service Covers

An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is a federal tax ID number for your business, similar in purpose to a Social Security Number for an individual. Banks, payroll providers, and the IRS generally require it, and you'll typically need one even if you don't have employees yet.

How We Help

What Accura Handles

We confirm your business's formation details, prepare your EIN application, and submit it on your behalf. If you're a non-US resident, we can also walk you through what's different about applying from abroad.

The Process

What the Process Involves

  1. Confirm your business details

    We make sure your formation is in place and confirm the information the application needs.

  2. Prepare the application

    We complete the EIN application accurately based on your business details.

  3. Submit to the IRS

    We submit the application on your behalf.

  4. Receive your EIN

    Once issued, we pass your EIN along and explain what to do with it next.

FAQs

Common Questions

What is an EIN used for?

An EIN is used to open a business bank account, file business taxes, run payroll, and generally identify your business to the IRS and other institutions.

Do I need an EIN if I don't have employees?

In most cases, yes—many banks and processes require an EIN regardless of whether you have employees.

Can a non-US resident get an EIN?

Yes, this is one of the most common situations we help with. The process is a little different without a US Social Security Number, and we can walk you through it.

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