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Both are federal tax identification numbers issued by the IRS, but they serve very different purposes. Let's break it down.
An ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) is a 9-digit number issued by the IRS to individuals who need to file U.S. taxes but are not eligible for a Social Security Number.
An EIN (Employer Identification Number) is a 9-digit federal tax ID for businesses. It's like a Social Security Number for your company — required to hire employees, open business bank accounts, and file business taxes.
You may be eligible for an ITIN or EIN if any of the following apply to you:
Answer a few simple questions and we'll tell you exactly whether to apply for an ITIN, an EIN, or both — plus exactly how to do it.
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Answer a few questions to determine if you need an ITIN, EIN, or both.
Get a personalized, step-by-step application guide based on your situation.
We show you exactly how to fill out IRS Form W-7 (ITIN) or SS-4 (EIN).
Submit to the IRS with confidence. EIN: same day. ITIN: 7–11 weeks.
An ITIN or EIN is accepted by most major banks to open personal or business checking accounts without a Social Security Number.
Report income, claim deductions, and comply with IRS requirements — even if you are not a U.S. citizen or resident.
An EIN is required to hire employees, process payroll, open business credit lines, and establish your company's federal identity.
Build a financial history in the U.S. An ITIN allows you to apply for mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans.
Landlords, employers, and financial institutions often require a federal tax ID. Your ITIN or EIN fulfills this requirement.
Contractors, freelancers, and foreign nationals need a tax ID to legally receive payments and 1099 income in the United States.
"I had no idea how to get an ITIN without a Social Security Number. EIN/ITIN explained everything step by step. I submitted my W-7 and received my number in 8 weeks."
"I started my LLC and needed an EIN to open a business bank account. The guide walked me through Form SS-4 in minutes. Got my EIN the same day online."
"As a freelancer from Brazil, I needed an ITIN to get paid by U.S. clients. I was lost with the IRS website. EIN/ITIN made the whole process clear and simple."
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