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Honest guides on getting an EIN from outside the U.S.
Articles for founders who need an EIN but can't use the IRS online form. Written by specialists, updated as IRS procedures and platform policies change.
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Why EIN Applications for Foreign-Owned LLCs Get Delayed
If your EIN still hasn't arrived a month after applying, the problem is rarely just IRS backlog. Here are the five patterns we see most oft…
Can You Get an EIN Without SSN or ITIN?
Short answer: yes. Long answer: you apply with Form SS-4 by phone, fax or mail instead of the online tool. Here's how it actually works.
How to Get an EIN for a U.S. LLC as a Non-U.S. Resident
If you've formed (or are forming) a U.S. LLC from outside the United States, you'll need an EIN — and you can get one without an SSN or ITI…
In-depth EIN guides
Step-by-step explanations for the situations we see most often.
- EIN application serviceDone-for-you SS-4 preparation, IRS filing, and status tracking.
- EIN for non-U.S. residentsApply from anywhere in the world without an SSN or ITIN.
- EIN for foreign-owned LLCsSingle- and multi-member LLCs owned by non-U.S. persons.
- Get an EIN without an SSN or ITINHow the phone, fax and mail SS-4 routes work for international applicants.
- EIN for a Wyoming LLCWyoming-specific formation details your SS-4 needs to match.
- EIN for a Delaware LLCMatching your Delaware Certificate of Formation to the SS-4.
- EIN for a Mercury bank accountThe EIN documentation Mercury asks for during onboarding.
- EIN for StripeUnblock Stripe verification and payouts for your U.S. LLC.
- EIN for PayPal BusinessSet up a U.S. PayPal Business account with a matching EIN.
- EIN for Shopify storesShopify Payments and tax setup for non-U.S. store owners.
- EIN for Amazon sellersSeller Central tax interview and payouts for your U.S. entity.
- EIN delay helpDiagnose a stalled IRS application and plan the follow-up.
- Fix an EIN name mismatchResolve conflicts between the IRS record and your documents.
- Lost EIN or 147C letterRecover your EIN and request IRS verification (Letter 147C).
- Free EIN application checklistSix things to have ready before you file Form SS-4.
- How long it takes to get an EINIRS targets vs. real timelines for phone, fax and mail applications.
- CP 575 vs. Letter 147CThe two IRS EIN letters, what each proves and which one you have.
- Form SS-4 line by lineWhat to enter on each SS-4 line when the applicant is outside the U.S.
- The EIN responsible partyWho must be named on line 7a, and the rules for foreign owners.
- ITIN vs. EINWhich number identifies you and which identifies your LLC.
- Fax Form SS-4 from abroadWhich IRS fax number to use, who signs, and what happens next.
- After you get your EINNext steps for foreign owners: W-8, Form 5472, Form 8822-B and BOI.
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- 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.
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.