EIN For a Texas LLC

NOTE: A single-member LLC may request an EIN for banking purposes, but an EIN is not required for federal tax purposes.

We apply for EINs online (when possible) so we can get the EIN within minutes.

Federal Tax ID:

• 9 digit number (XX-XXXXXXX)
• Must be applied for
• Assigned by the IRS
• Used for Federal taxes & bank accounts

Texas Tax ID:

• 11 digit number
• Given automatically
• Assigned by the TX Comptroller
• Used for TX Franchise, Sales and Use Taxes

Per the IRS, a sole proprietor is not required to obtain a new EIN if he/she files papers to become a state recognized entity, organizes as an LLC, and will file Form 8832 or Form 2553 to elect to be treated as a disregarded entity or taxed as a corporation or small business corporation.

If the LLC will be taxed like a partnership, then it must obtain a new EIN.

Read more about LLC taxation options and elections.

The IRS does not cancel or void EINs. Once an EIN has been assigned to a business entity, it becomes the permanent Federal taxpayer identification number for that entity.

Since you can’t cancel an EIN, the only option is close the business account. To achieve this, you’ll have to send the IRS a letter that includes the name of your company, the EIN, the business address, and why you wish to close the account.