How to Complete Form SS-4
- Identifying Information—Lines 1-7. Fill out the legal name of the LLC as listed in the company’s articles of organization.
- LLC Information—Lines 8(a)-8(c)
- Type of Entity—Lines 9(a)-9(b)
- Reason for Applying—Line 10.
- Business Information—Lines 11-18.
- Third-Party Designee.
- Final Steps.
How do I fill out an SS-4 for an estate?
Obtain an IRS Form SS-4 from the local IRS field agency. These forms may also be downloaded and printed from the IRS website. Fill in the forms which are intended for the applicant. Enter your name on Line 7a as the “responsible party” and check the box for “estate” on Line 9-a.
What documents do you need to apply for EIN?
Obtaining an EIN
- Legal name of the business.
- Legal name of the person applying.
- Trade name, if applicable.
- Mailing address, street address, country,and state where the business is located.
- Name and Social Security Number or EIN of the responsible party.
What are the instructions for form SS-4?
Instructions for Form SS(Rev. December 2019)-4 Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN) Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Section references are to the Internal Revenue Code unless otherwise noted. General Instructions Use these instructions to complete Form SS-4, Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN).
Where do I apply for SS-4 Employer Identification Number?
SS-4. (Rev. December 2019) Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service. Application for Employer Identification Number. (For use by employers, corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, churches, government agencies, Indian tribal entities, certain individuals, and others.) Go to.
What is the Ein number on form SS-4?
Use Form SS-4 to apply for an EIN. An EIN is a nine-digit number (for example, 12-3456789) assigned to sole proprietors, corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and other entities for tax filing and reporting purposes. The information you provide on this form will establish your business tax account.
Do you have to sign form SS-4 before contacting IRS?
Note. It will be helpful to complete Form SS-4 before contacting the IRS. An IRS representative will use the information from Form SS-4 to establish your account and assign you an EIN. Write the number you’re given on the upper right corner of the form and sign and date it. Keep this copy for your records.
