How to Find Your Massachusetts Employer Identification Number (EIN)
To find your Massachusetts Employer Identification Number (EIN), visit the Department of Revenue website. Navigate to their online EIN Lookup tool. This resource safeguards individual and business interests in Massachusetts.
Employer Identification Number (EIN) Information
- An Employer Identification Number (EIN) identifies your business to the IRS for tax purposes.
- Every company needs a federal EIN, including online businesses shipping to Massachusetts residents.
- Businesses can have multiple tax ID numbers if there are multiple business entities.
Applying for a Tax ID Number
- Applying for an EIN is a free IRS service. Beware of websites charging fees.
- The easiest way to apply for a Federal Tax ID in Massachusetts is to fill out the IRS form and send it online, by phone, fax, or mail. It is free to apply for an EIN through the IRS.
- Once the federal government issues you a tax identification number, you will have to get a state Tax ID Number from Massachusetts as well. A corporation or LLC can limit your business’s civil, tax, and personal liability.
- Make sure to use the correct business code to avoid rejection when filing for your Federal Tax ID.
Massachusetts Tax ID vs. EIN
- Is a Massachusetts tax ID the same as an EIN? No. While they serve similar purposes, an EIN is a federal tax ID number, whereas a Massachusetts state tax ID number is issued by the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.
Additional Information
- You can find Massachusetts property records online using the “Massachusetts Land Records” website, providing access to deeds, mortgages, plans, and other land records.
- To check if your LLC is active in Massachusetts, visit the Secretary of State website.
- Your national identification number is usually found on documents like your ID card, passport, and residence permit near your name or date of birth.