How to Get Tax ID
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Apply for a tax ID online at the IRS website. You'll receive a unique, usable tax ID number in minutes. You can only apply online if you are an individual or business located in the United States or US territories. - 2
Apply for a tax ID by phone at (800) 829-4933. Applications are accepted Monday through Friday, from 7am - 10pm EST. Have all of your information, social security number, address and phone number on hand before making the call to expedite the process. A tax ID number will be issued immediately. - 3
Apply for a tax ID by mail. Print and fill out the SS-4 Form and mail to the address located on the form. Your tax ID number will be mailed to you within a few weeks of receipt of your application.
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