Jargon buster
EIN: the short version
Your LLC's tax ID from the IRS. Banks and payroll want it.
The short version
- Other names
- Employer Identification Number, federal tax ID
- Connected terms
- Member and then Operating agreement and then Articles of organization
The practical bit
You can apply with the IRS yourself for free.
See it in action
It shows up here: Starting an LLC: every state, Registered agent rules: every state, Out-of-state LLC rules by state.