To provide for fast issuance of an Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), the IRS has set up Tele-TIN Units at each service center. To use this service, you need only to complete a Form SS-4 and call the Tele-TIN unit.
The following information will help you get an EIN quickly, over the phone:
If you need a Form SS-4 you can get it online from the Internal Revenue Service or if you have Adobe on your system, you can download it here Form SS-4
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The basics for getting an FEIN over the phone:
Use Tele-TIN for emergencies and requests that must be expedited.
Don't use Tele-TIN for out of the country employer requests or for anything other than an FEIN request.
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Important! The Form SS-4 must be signed by one of the following:
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Tele-TIN Unit telephone numbers by IRS Service Center:
Service Center | Telephone Number |
Andover, MA |
(800) 829-4933 |
Atlanta, GA |
(800) 829-4933 |
Austin, TX |
(800) 829-4933 |
Holtsville, NY |
(800) 829-4933 |
Cincinnati, OH |
(800) 829-4933 |
Fresno, CA | (800) 829-4933 |
Kansas City, MO | (800) 829-4933 |
Memphis, TN |
(800) 829-4933 |
Ogden, UT |
(800) 829-4933 |
Philadelphia, PA |
(800) 829-4933 |
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