To legally operate in Montana, most businesses require an EIN. An EIN lets you file taxes, open bank accounts, and apply for licenses. It identifies your business to the IRS. You can get a free EIN if you have an SSN.
- Determine if your business needs an EIN.
- Wait to apply until your business is registered.
- Gather information to prepare your application.
- Apply online for fastest processing.
- Applying for an EIN is free. The IRS doesn’t charge any service fees for the EIN online application.
- You only need an EIN for your one-member LLC if it will employ people or if you want it taxed as a corporation.
- If submitting an EIN application online is not an option for you, you may alternatively submit one by mail or fax by sending a completed Form SS-4 to the IRS at the following fax number: 855-641-6935.
- An EIN helps identify your business entity and allows you to file your taxes.
- You only need an EIN if you have employees, operate your LLC as a corporation, or require a tax ID number for tax purposes.