How to Apply for Employer Identification Number for Pension Plan

EINs are a type of Tax ID issued by the IRS.

Employer identification numbers are a type of Tax ID number issued by the IRS. The IRS issues these numbers in order to identify a business entity. Businesses that are implementing a pension plan will need to provide their employer identification number.

Things You'll Need

• Form SS-4, Application for an Employer Identification Number

Instructions

1. Fill out the form on the IRS website. The Internet is the preferred way to submit EIN applications, and if you submit your application this way you will receive you your EIN as soon as you complete the application. When filling out the internet form you will need to describe your reason for applying. Select the option for creating a pension plan. You will need to specify the type of pension plan you are creating.

2. Contact the IRS Business & Specialty Tax Line at [phone]. The operator will complete your application over the telephone and will assign the EIN upon completion.

3. Submit form SS-4, Application for an Employer Identification Number, to the IRS by fax. This form is available on the IRS website. The fax number will vary depending on the state you reside in. This information is available on the second page of the SS-4 form. Applications that are submitted by fax will take 4 business days to process.

4. Submit the SS-4 form to the IRS via mail. The address will vary based on the state you reside in. This information is available on the second page of the SS-4 form. Allow 4 weeks for processing.

References

• IRS: Apply for an Employer Identification Number

Resources

• IRS: Do you Need an EIN?