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:
- How to get a Form SS-4
- The basics for getting an FEIN over the phone
- Important note about the Form SS-4
- IRS Tele-TIN Unit Telephone Numbers
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:
- First, be sure to complete the Form SS-4 before you call! An incomplete form will significantly slow down the process.
- Second, call your regions IRS Service Center Tele-TIN unit (phone numbers are listed below). They will prompt you through the procedure.
- Third, mail or FAX the SIGNED and DATED Form SS-4 to the IRS immediately (within 24 hours) after the FEIN is issued. The FEIN may be invalidated if the IRS doesn’t receive the Form SS-4.
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:
- The individual if the entity is an individual;
- The president, vice-president or other principal officer of a corporation;
- An authorized member or officer having knowledge of its affairs for a partnership or other unincorporated organization; or,
- The fiduciary, trustee or administrator of a trust or estate.
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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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