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Lost or Misplaced Your EIN?

If you have lost or misplaced your Employer Identification Number (EIN), there are several steps you can take to retrieve it:

Check your previous tax documents: Your EIN should be listed on any previous tax documents you have received, such as tax returns, W-2 forms, and 1099 forms.

Contact the IRS: You can contact the IRS Business & Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933 to retrieve your EIN. Be prepared to provide identifying information about your business, such as the business name, address, and phone number, as well as your name and social security number.

Request a letter from the IRS: You can request a letter from the IRS that confirms your EIN. To do this, complete Form CP 575, which is the Business Tax ID/ EIN Confirmation Letter request form. This form can be submitted by mail, fax, or phone.

Look for EIN confirmation letter: If you have applied for an EIN online or by mail, you should have received an EIN confirmation letter from the IRS. This letter contains your EIN and can be used as proof of your EIN.

It is important to keep your EIN in a safe and easily accessible location, as you may need it for tax and legal purposes.

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