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Obtain Your EIN/Federal Tax ID

Before your business can collect revenue, open a bank account, or hire employees, you will need to get an EIN, or Employer Identification Number. This nine-digit number, sometimes referred to as a Federal Tax ID number, is essentially your business’ social security number. Our reliable and experienced business professionals can obtain an EIN for you with one click of a button. Order it today and start doing business.

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EIN Filing: How it Works

Our automated EIN filing process, backed by our professional expertise, makes it easy.

When you get an EIN number with us, we make it easy to stay in compliance. In most cases, all it takes is a few clicks of your mouse.

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Why You Should Obtain an EIN Number with Swyft Filings

Our knowledgeable staff has years of experience in EIN obtainment and other types of filings for customers of all sizes. Do what you love; let us handle the paperwork.

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Experienced Professionals

Swyft Filings has helped thousands of customers obtain an EIN. We can put all of that expertise and knowledge to work for you so you can get back to focusing on your business.

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Fast & Reliable Service

Through your secure online account, you can usually complete the process with just a few clicks of your mouse. Let our EIN services experts take over from there. With our automated process and expertise, we do it fast and do it right.

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Avoid the Headaches

Rather than doing the research and figuring out exactly how to fill out and file the paperwork yourself, let our professionals apply for a federal tax ID number for you. Our mission is to take away the hassles of paperwork so you can instead focus on building your business.

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Stay in Compliance

There is a lot you cannot do until you obtain an EIN. Additionally, messing up this annoying administrative task can slow you down and cost you extra. Knowing that filing for an EIN will be done fast and done right the first time allows you to get to work faster and follow your passion while we take care of the paperwork.

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Swyft Filings helped us create our corporation and take care of time-consuming administrative tasks that can distract us from our mission. We are grateful for their commitment to assisting businesses like ours.
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Bill BeverlyCo-Owner, Evolectric
The Swyft Filings team answered all of our questions so promptly and satisfied all the legal documents we needed to get up and running as quickly as possible. It was a huge stress-reliever, and we would recommend your services over and over again.
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Kimberly and Caila BrigandiCo-Owners, Gandi Girls Boutique
As small business owners, we often feel insignificant to those outside of our demographic. When a company like Swyft Filings steps up to help small businesses — it makes a huge difference!
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Tobe CarberryOwner, Haven4Hoops
Having a partner like Swyft makes that part of starting your business easy and provides a level of comfort in navigating the state and federal filings. So if there are any issues with your filings, Swyft is on top of it and working with you to navigate solutions.
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Filing for an EIN: FAQs

Still have questions? Call 877-777-0450 or Live Chat with us for real-time support.

What is an EIN or Federal Tax ID?

EIN stands for Employer Identification Number (EIN) and is also sometimes referred to as a Federal Tax ID number. It is a nine-digit number assigned to your business by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Many people compare it to your personal social security number, but for business.

What entities need an EIN?

If you are operating any type of entity other than a sole proprietorship, you will likely need an EIN to conduct business. The more common reasons you would need an EIN is if you are: - Hiring employees

  • Opening a bank account in the U.S.

  • Filing your taxes

  • Paying to independent contractors

If you collect revenue of any kind through a corporate entity, you will need an EIN.

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EIN/Federal Tax ID Resources

Interested in learning more about your Federal Tax ID and what it means for your business? Learn this and more in Swyft’s Resource Center.

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