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EIN for non-resident LLC owners
Your Employer Identification Number is needed for banking, payments and taxes. We prepare your application the right way.
At a glance
- Free to obtain from the IRS
- No SSN required
- We prepare Form SS-4
- Guidance on the best route
Can a non-resident get an EIN without an SSN?
Yes. The IRS online form requires a US taxpayer ID for the responsible party, so applicants without an SSN or ITIN usually apply with Form SS-4 by fax, mail or phone. Processing times vary. We prepare the form and guide you.
What an EIN does for your LLC
An EIN identifies your LLC to the IRS and is commonly requested by banks and payment providers.
The IRS does not charge for an EIN. Our fee covers preparing and submitting the application correctly.
- Needed for most business accounts
- No SSN needed for the route we use
- Form SS-4 prepared for you
- Guidance on follow-up steps
Everything you get with our EIN support service
No hidden extras — here is exactly what our team handles for you.
Form SS-4
Completed accurately from your details.
Route advice
Fax, mail or phone — whichever fits.
Review
We check your answers before submission.
Tracking
We follow up until you have your EIN letter.
Next steps
Where to use your EIN: bank, Stripe, Wise, Payoneer.
Support
Ask us anything along the way.
Documents you need to get started
Keep these ready and our team will guide you through the rest.
- Formed LLC documents
- Passport copy
- Business address
- Responsible party details
- Business activity description
Four simple steps
From first message to done — with updates at every stage.
Share details
Send your LLC and owner information.
We prepare
We complete Form SS-4 for review.
We submit
Via the IRS route that applies to you.
Receive your EIN
You get your IRS confirmation letter.
Start your EIN support today
One-time pricing. Plans from $149 plus the state filing fee, shown before you pay.
Questions founders ask us
Can’t find your answer? Our team replies on WhatsApp and email.
Timing depends on the IRS route and its workload. We share a realistic estimate when you start.
No. An EIN identifies a business. An ITIN is an individual tax ID. Many non-resident LLC owners need only an EIN.
No. The IRS issues EINs free of charge. Beware of sites that charge IRS-style fees.
No. Your LLC should be formed first so the application uses its legal details.
Not always. It depends on your situation and any US tax filing obligations. Ask a US tax professional.
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Written by the FenForm team · Last reviewed October 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice.
Sources: IRS – Get an EIN · FinCEN – BOI
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