Get Form Ss-4 Application For Employer Identification Number (for ...

The Form SS-4 is essential for individuals or entities needing an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for tax purposes. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step process for filling out this form online, ensuring that all necessary details are accurately captured.

Follow the steps to complete the Form SS-4 online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Form SS-4 and open it in your document editor.
2. Enter the legal name of the entity or individual requesting the EIN in line 1.
3. If applicable, provide your trade name of the business in line 2.
4. Complete line 3 if you are requesting revised proofs.
5. Fill in the mailing address in line 4a, including room, apartment, suite number, or street address.
6. Provide the city, state, and ZIP code in line 4b.
7. If there is a different street address, complete line 5a, including the street address and lines 5b for city, state, and ZIP code.
8. Write down the county and state where the principal business is located in line 6.
9. Complete line 7a with the name of the principal officer, general partner, or owner and, if applicable, enter their Social Security Number (SSN), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), or existing EIN in line 7b.
10. Select the type of entity by checking the appropriate box in line 8.
11. Indicate the primary reason for applying for an EIN in line 10.
12. Enter the business start date in line 11.
13. If applicable, enter the first date wages or annuities were paid in line 12.
14. Estimate the highest number of employees expected in the next 12 months in line 13.
15. Indicate whether you expect to have an employment tax liability of $1,000 or less in line 14.
16. Describe the principal activity of your business in line 15.
17. Answer whether you have ever applied for an EIN before in line 16a and complete the subsequent lines if necessary.
18. Complete the third-party designee section if you wish to authorize someone to discuss the application.
19. Sign the application in the signature area, type or print your name and title, and provide your contact information following line 9.
20. After filling out the form, ensure all information is correct, then save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Begin your application process by filling out the Form SS-4 online today!