Get Your EIN Through Legal Zoom: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re starting a business but want to avoid dealing directly with the IRS, Legal Zoom can help you obtain your Employer Identification Number (EIN) easily. Whether you’re forming an LLC, corporation, or sole proprietorship, this guide will walk you through the process of acquiring your EIN via Legal Zoom in 2025.
Getting Started
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Visit LegalZoom.com
- Open your preferred web browser and go to legalzoom.com.
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Search for EIN Services
- Click on the search icon and type in "get EIN".
- Hit enter, and you’ll see a list of results.
- Access the EIN Page
- Click on the result that says "Get an EIN Online".
- This will direct you to a new page where you can click on “Start My EIN”.
Account Creation and Sign-In
- Create or Sign In to Your Account
- If you already have an account, simply click “Continue”.
- If not, you will need to create an account. Once that’s done, sign in.
Selecting Your Options
- Choose Your EIN Package
- After signing in, click on “Start Now”.
- Here, you can see the benefits of getting an EIN, such as for business banking, taxes, and legal protection.
- If you only need the EIN, select the “EIN Only Package” for $79. This package includes the filing of your SS-4 form with the IRS on your behalf.
Inputting Business Information
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Specify Business Ownership
- Select how your business is owned and click “Next”.
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Describe Your Business Activities
- Briefly describe the main type of business your corporation will conduct, then click “Next”.
- Provide more details about your principal business activity and click “Next”.
- Enter Legal Business Name
- Input your legal business name and click “Next”.
Completing Your Application
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Provide Business and Owner Details
- Enter additional legal information including your business structure (LLC, corporation, or sole proprietorship), owner details, and reason for applying. This information helps Legal Zoom complete the IRS form accurately.
- Review Your Entries
- Before submitting, review all your entries to ensure accuracy, especially your business name and entity type.
Final Steps
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Submission to the IRS
- Legal Zoom will submit your request directly to the IRS using their agent status.
- Receiving Your EIN
- Typically, you can expect to receive your EIN within one to two business days. However, expedited delivery may be available if you are also forming an LLC with them. Your EIN will be sent via email and stored in your Legal Zoom dashboard for future access.
What to Do with Your EIN
Once you receive your EIN, you can:
- Open a business bank account
- Apply for licenses
- Hire employees
- Begin paying taxes
Your EIN acts as your business’s federal ID number, so keep it secure and ready for any necessary forms or filings.
Conclusion
Obtaining an EIN through Legal Zoom in 2025 is not only fast and straightforward but also ensures accuracy and efficiency. Although the service incurs a fee higher than free IRS options, it saves valuable time and fits seamlessly into Legal Zoom’s suite of small business services.
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