Start your Federal Tax ID (EIN) Application in Michigan
Welcome to the Online Assistant to Apply for a Michigan Tax ID (EIN) Number. If you are ready to begin the application for a Michigan Tax Identification Number, select the entity that corresponds to your business type or the legal structure of your entity. Once your application has been submitted choose the delivery timeframe you desire and your Michigan Tax ID (EIN) will be delivered to you within that timeframe via e-mail.
Who Needs an EIN
You will need a Tax ID (EIN) if you:
- Have employees
- Operate your business as a Corporation or Partnership
- Operate as Trust, Estate or Non-Profit Organization
- File Tax Returns for Employment, Excise or Alcohol, Tabacco and Firearms
What is a Federal Tax ID (EIN)?
A Federal Tax ID Number which is also known as an Employer ID Number (EIN) or Federal Tax Identification Number is a unique, nine-digit ID assigned by the Internal Revenue Service for tax purposes for businesses as well as Non-Profit organizations, Trusts and Estates. The Tax ID or EIN serves as a way to easily identify the entity similar to how a Social Security Number is used to uniquely identify individuals in Michigan and other states.
Who Needs a Federal Tax ID (EIN) in Michigan?
A Federal Tax ID (EIN) Number is needed for most businesses and organizations in Michigan . If your business or organization fits any of the below characteristics you will need a Michigan Tax ID (EIN):
- Have W-9 Employees in Michigan
- Operate a Michigan Corporation or Partnership
- Operate as Trust, Estate or Non-Profit Organization
- File Tax Returns for Employment, Excise or Alcohol, Tabacco and Firearms
- Open a Michigan Business Bank Account
Information Needed to Complete Application
To complete the online application for a Federal Tax ID (EIN) in Michigan the following information will be required:
- Full Legal Name as is or will be registered in Michigan
- The Responsible Party’s legal name (an individual who will be responsible for communication regarding tax matters) and their Social Security Number
- Contact Email and Phone Number of the Responsible Party
- Physical Address of the business or organization