EIN application service for non-U.S. founders
Get a U.S. EIN for your LLC — without an SSN or ITIN
Professional preparation, review, and filing assistance for non-U.S. founders. We prepare your SS-4 exactly as the IRS Instructions for Form SS-4 describe, reducing the small mistakes that turn one-week waits into multi-month delays.
- For non-U.S. founders without SSN or ITIN
- SS-4 prepared and reviewed by experienced specialists
- 98% accuracy on first submission
- Email support throughout IRS processing
- Reply within one business day
- Private service, not the IRS — read our disclaimer
- LLC formation documentsVerified
- Responsible party identifiedVerified
- Mailing address verifiedVerified
- Business activity descriptionNeeds review
- SS-4 formatted for non-U.S. filerPending
5,000+
Applicants supported
60+
Countries served
98%
Avg. accuracy on first submission
7+
Years of EIN experience
Getting an EIN as a non-U.S. founder is full of small traps
The IRS process wasn't designed with international applicants in mind. Most rejections and multi-month delays come from a handful of avoidable mistakes.
Common pitfalls
What usually goes wrong when filing alone
- Tiny SS-4 mistakes (line 7b, line 9a) cause silent rejections.
- Names that don't match across passport, Articles, and SS-4.
- Wrong fax number, wrong office, or wrong format from outside the U.S.
- No way to follow up — and no idea why the IRS isn't responding.
- Banks like Mercury rejecting accounts for fixable EIN mismatches.
Our approach
How we prevent each of those problems
- Line-by-line review of your SS-4 by someone who files these weekly.
- Name-matching verification across all your documents.
- Filed via the correct IRS channel for international applicants.
- Email updates and 147C re-confirmation when you need it.
- Banking-readiness guidance for Mercury, Wise, Payoneer, and more.
Built for founders who don't have an SSN or ITIN
If any of the cases below sound like you, we can help. If you're a U.S. citizen with an SSN, you can usually apply online with the IRS in minutes — for free — without us.
Non-U.S. Residents
You live outside the U.S. and need an EIN to open a U.S. business bank account or run a U.S. company.
Foreign-Owned LLCs
You formed a Wyoming, Delaware, or New Mexico LLC remotely and need an EIN without an SSN or ITIN.
E-commerce Sellers
You sell on Amazon, Shopify, or eBay and need an EIN to register, get paid, or comply with platform rules.
Payment Platforms
Stripe, PayPal, Mercury, Wise, or Payoneer is asking for your EIN before they activate your account.
From application to EIN, with a specialist on every step
A repeatable process that has supported thousands of non-U.S. applicants. No surprises, no upsells.
Step 1
Share your details
Tell us about your LLC, responsible party, and the platforms you need the EIN for.
Step 2
We review your case
A specialist checks formation documents and flags anything that could cause an IRS rejection.
Step 3
SS-4 prepared per IRS guidelines
We fill in your Form SS-4 line by line, following the IRS Instructions for Form SS-4 for non-U.S. applicants.
Step 4
Submitted to the IRS by fax
We fax your SS-4 to the official IRS EIN fax line that matches where your business is run — the international line when it's outside the U.S.
Step 5
EIN assigned and delivered
We follow up on your application status with the IRS until your EIN is assigned, then deliver it to you. Want a Letter 147C as well? You sign a short Form 8821 so the IRS can send it to us.
Step 6
CP 575 and bank account
The IRS mails the CP 575 notice to the mailing address on your SS-4. We guide you to open your bank account with your EIN letter.
Only 1 document required
Your company certificate. The rest is information.
One document and a few details
Only your company certificate is required, plus your signature on the finished SS-4 (no passport copy). Everything else is information you already know, and we flag anything missing before submission.
Company certificate
Required documentYour Articles of Organization or Certificate of Formation, as approved by the state.
Responsible party details
InformationFull name and details exactly as shown on the passport. No passport copy needed.
Mailing address
InformationA U.S. or international address where IRS letters will reach you.
Business activities
InformationWhat your business does, in one or two lines.
Number of members
InformationHow many owners (members) your LLC has.
Pick the level of help that matches where you are
Transparent, one-time pricing. Every package includes a specialist review and email support. The EIN itself remains free from the IRS — our fee is for the work around it.
EIN Review
Expert review of your prepared SS-4 before you submit it yourself.
- Line-by-line SS-4 review
- Responsible party field check
- Common-mistake screen
- Email turnaround in 1–2 working days
EIN Filing Assistance
Just share your information. We fill in Form SS-4, submit it to the IRS and deliver your EIN with the confirmation letter.
- Full SS-4 preparation
- Filing via IRS fax
- Status follow-up with the IRS
- EIN confirmation letter delivered
- Typically 10 working days with our IRS follow-up (excluding weekends and U.S. federal holidays; not guaranteed)
Banking Readiness
Your EIN with the confirmation letter, plus guidance to open your U.S. bank accounts with Wise, Mercury and Payoneer.
- Everything in Filing Assistance
- Bank account guidance for Wise, Mercury and Payoneer
- Website review for bank compliance
- KYC and AML preparation guidance
- Free resubmission if the IRS does not assign your EIN
- Free resubmission if the IRS does not assign your EIN
- Full refund before we submit
- One-business-day replies
The IRS determines its own processing times, which may vary depending on application volume. Faxed applications requiring a response by mail can take 1–3 months to process. We simplify the process by following up with the IRS on your behalf and keeping you informed of your application status. Once your EIN is assigned, we notify you promptly. While processing times cannot be guaranteed, we strive to make the experience as smooth and straightforward as possible. All prices are listed in USD with no hidden fees, and payments can be made securely through PayPal using supported international payment methods.
Not sure where to start? Tell us your situation.
Share a few details and a specialist will reply within one business day with a clear path forward — whether that's working with us or not.
- No payment upfrontFixed package prices. We confirm your case fits before you pay anything.
- Honest directionIf we're not the right fit, we'll say so and point you elsewhere.
- Private by defaultYour details stay with us. We don't sell or share data.
What founders say after they receive their EIN
Reviews from our Fiverr profile and from Trustpilot, where we also serve founders as FormLLC, shown word for word. Client stories from this site use abbreviated names, with companies and countries shared with permission.
“Super service! I needed an EIN for my LLC, and Tousif handled everything smoothly and professionally. He was responsive, answered all my questions clearly, and delivered the EIN with the official 147C confirmation letter faster than expected. He also made sure everything was done correctly and in my name. Thank you!”
Common questions from non-U.S. applicants
If your question isn't here, contact us — we'll answer honestly, even if the answer is 'this isn't a fit for our service.'
Do you actually issue the EIN, or is the IRS still involved?
The IRS issues the EIN — always. We prepare your SS-4 (the form the IRS uses to issue EINs), review it for the common mistakes that cause non-U.S. applications to be delayed or rejected, and submit it on your behalf. The IRS itself remains the only entity that can issue an EIN.
How long does this usually take?
The IRS's own targets are about 4 business days for a faxed Form SS-4 and about 4 weeks by mail. With our IRS status follow-up, our clients typically receive their EIN within 1–2 weeks; without follow-up, faxed applications from outside the U.S. can take 1–3 months because the IRS often replies by mail. We can't change the IRS's timeline, but we prevent the small SS-4 errors that turn that wait into a multi-month back-and-forth.
I'm not in the U.S. — do I still need an EIN?
If you've formed (or are forming) a U.S. LLC and plan to open a U.S. business bank account, use Stripe/PayPal/Mercury/Wise, sell on Amazon, or hire contractors — yes, you almost certainly need an EIN. We work specifically with founders in this situation.
Can I just apply directly on the IRS website for free?
Yes — the EIN itself is always free. If your business is U.S.-based and the responsible party has an SSN or ITIN, use the IRS online tool; it takes minutes. Without one, the IRS accepts Form SS-4 by phone (+1 267-941-1099), fax or mail, also free. People hire us to have the SS-4 prepared and checked by a specialist, because that's where most non-U.S. applicants get tripped up.
What if my application gets rejected?
We review your SS-4 before submission specifically to prevent rejection. If the IRS still does not assign your EIN, we'll prepare the resubmission at no additional charge. If new information surfaces (e.g. a name mismatch on your formation documents), we'll explain clearly what needs to change.
Are you affiliated with the IRS or any government agency?
No. EINNumber.io is a private service. We are not the IRS, not a government agency, and not a law firm, CPA firm, or bank. We provide professional preparation and filing assistance — the EIN itself comes from the IRS, free of charge to those who apply directly.
Ready to stop guessing and get your EIN right the first time?
Tell us about your LLC and the platforms you need an EIN for. A specialist will respond within one business day with a clear plan.
Or email support@einnumber.io
- Reply within one business dayA specialist reviews your case and outlines a clear plan.
- Resubmission guaranteeFree resubmission if the IRS does not assign your EIN.
- Refund before submissionChange your mind before we file? Full refund, no questions.