How to Get My Employer's EIN?

All businesses with employees must get an employer identification number (EIN). According to the Business website, an EIN is a nine-digit number issued by the IRS to identify a business. In addition, businesses may use an EIN to establish a business bank account. In some cases, getting your employer's EIN may be a simple matter of reviewing the appropriate documents. In other instances, you can get your employer's EIN with the help of the Internet.

Instructions

1. Look at your W-2 statement. All employers must issue a W-2 statement to their employees by January 31st of each year. In many cases, your employer's EIN will be located on your W-2 statement.

2. View your pay stub. In some instances, your employer's EIN may be found on your company's paycheck stub.

3. Contact your employer's payroll department. Mail a letter, and include your name and contact information in the handwritten inquiry. On occasion, you may be able to get your employer's EIN over the phone by calling your company's payroll department.

4. Locate previous tax returns. If you were employed by the same company, you can get your employer's EIN from a previous tax return.

5. Consult an online search company. Websites such as EIN Finder will find your employer's EIN for a fee. Provide information such as the name and location of the business. You may get your employer's EIN by visiting the company's website, as explained on the U.S. Department of Labor website (see Reference section).

References

• United States Department of Labor: Employer Identification Numbers (EINs)
• The Virtual Chase: Find Employer Identification Numbers
• Business: How Do I Find an EIN?

Resources

• EIN Finder: Employer Identification Number Database