Overview
Applying for an EIN for your Washington LLC is completely free. The IRS doesn’t charge any service fees for the EIN online application. You have until the 15th day of the 4th month to pay your first-year tax. Washington is one of only a few states that does not have a personal income tax or a corporation income tax. The EIN will never expire, and is never duplicated, even if you go out of business.
If you do NOT have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN), you CANNOT apply for an EIN online. If you are a foreign national and do not have a U.S. social security number and are not a legal resident of the U.S., then you must print the SS4 form and fill it out first.
The process of how to get a tax ID number in Washington state involves getting your business registered, making it a distinct legal entity.
Cost of EIN
An EIN (employer identification number) does not cost any money; it is a free service offered to businesses by the Internal Revenue Service. This is true whether you apply for the EIN online or if you are a foreign national applying with a SS4 form.
There are several taxes that businesses pay in Washington State, including a business and occupation (B&O) tax, a property tax, and a sales tax. Most Washington business licenses and permits will require the EIN before filing an application.
Washington State LLC Costs
| Requirement | Cost |
|---|---|
| EIN | $0 |
| Annual Report | $60 (per year) |
| State Business License Application | $90 (one-time) |
| City Business License | Varies (renewed each year) |
To file state and federal tax returns, the EIN is used to identify the business. Forming an LLC in Washington State also costs $200, but that’s just the filing fee for the Certificate of Formation.
Immediate Use of EIN
Can I use the EIN immediately? Yes, if you apply for the EIN online, the process should only take about 30 minutes, provided you have a Social Security Number (SSN).