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To transfer EIN to new owner isn't possible. EINs, or Employer Identification Numbers, are not transferable from one business owner to another.

By Form. To change your address with the IRS, you may complete a Form 8822, Change of Address (For Individual, Gift, Estate, or Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Returns) and/or a Form 8822-B, Change of Address or Responsible Party ? Business and send them to the address shown on the forms.

IRS regulations require EIN holders to update responsible party information within 60 days of any change by filing Form 8822-B, Change of Address or Responsible Party - Business. It is critical that the IRS have accurate information in cases of identity theft or other fraud issues related to EINs or business accounts.

Generally, businesses need a new EIN when their ownership or structure has changed. Although changing the name of your business does not require you to obtain a new EIN, you may wish to visit the Business Name Change page to find out what actions are required if you change the name of your business.

If the EIN was recently assigned and filing liability has yet to be determined, send Business Name Change requests to the IRS address where you file your return. In some situations a name change may require a new Employer Identification Number (EIN) or a final return.

An EIN is 9 digits in length with the format of XX-XXXXXXX. You will need to make any corrections in the software if the numbers do not match. IMPORTANT: If the numbers match, you will need to contact your employer and/or the IRS to obtain the correct numbers. The IRS can be reached at 1-800-829-1040.

Once you establish an EIN with the IRS, you'll need to keep your business records updated, particularly your address, to ensure you receive all the necessary documentation for your business. The easiest way to keep your address current is to update it when you file your tax return.

Contact the IRS Instead, you'll likely need to send a letter to the IRS to make changes. Here's the information you'll need to include in your letter: Full legal name and Social Security number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) of the responsible party. The business's full legal name.

In e-file, a taxpayer's Employer Identification Number (EIN) and name control in the Return Header must match the data in the IRS e-file database. If the EIN and name control do not match at the parent (consolidated) level, the e-filed return will reject.

If you made a mistake on your EIN application, such as if you listed a non-owner or officer in Item 3 or elsewhere, do not submit a new EIN application, Form SS-4. Instead, submit a letter to the IRS, preferably on your company letterhead.