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Taxpayer Identification

Number (TIN)

TIN is an identification

number used by the

Internal Revenue Service

(IRS) in the administration

of tax laws.



Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)

A TIN, or Tax Identification Number, is a nine-digit number used to

identify taxpayers. An EIN, or Employer Identification Number, is a type

of TIN. Other types of TINs are

Social Security Numbers (SSN),

Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN),

Taxpayer Identification Number for pending US Adoptions (ATIN)

and

Preparer Taxpayer Identification Numbers (PTIN).

These numbers are used by the IRS to keep track of tax payments.

SSN (Employer Identification Number)

You will need to complete Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security

Card (PDF). You also must submit evidence of your identity, age, and U.S.

citizenship or lawful alien status. For more information please see

the Social Security web site. Form SS-5 is also available by calling 1-800-

772-1213 or visiting your local Social Security office. These services are

free.

http://apps.irs.gov/app/scripts/exit.jsp?dest=http://www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.pdf



EIN (Employer Identification Number)

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a federal tax

identification number, and is used to identify a business entity. It is also

used by estates and trusts which have income which is required to be

reported on Form 1041, U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts

(PDF). Refer to Employer ID Numbers for more information.

ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number)

An ITIN, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, is a tax

processing number only available for certain nonresident and resident

aliens, their spouses, and dependents who cannot get a Social Security

Number (SSN). It is a 9-digit number, beginning with the number "9",

formatted like an SSN (NNN-NN-NNNN).

To obtain an ITIN, you must complete IRS Form W-7, IRS Application for

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (PDF) . The Form W-7

requires documentation substantiating foreign/alien status and true

identity of each individual. You may either mail the documentation, along

with the Form W-7, to the address shown in the Form W-7 Instructions,



present it at IRS walk-in offices, or process your application through

an Acceptance Agent authorized by the IRS.

ATIN (Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number)

An Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number (ATIN) is a temporary

nine-digit number issued by the IRS to individuals who are in the process

of legally adopting a U.S. citizen or resident child but who cannot get an

SSN for that child in time to file their tax return.

Form W-7A, Application for Taxpayer Identification Number for Pending

U.S. Adoptions (PDF) is used to apply for an ATIN. (NOTE: Do not use

Form W-7A if the child is not a U.S. citizen or resident.)

PTIN (Tax Identification Number)

Beginning January 1, 2011, if you are a paid tax preparer you must use a

valid Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) on returns you prepare.

Use of the PTIN no longer is optional. If you do not have a PTIN, you must

get one by using the new IRS sign-up system. Even if you have a PTIN but

you received it prior to September 28, 2010, you must apply for a new or

renewed PTIN by using the new system. If all your authentication

information matches, you may be issued the same number. You must



have a PTIN if you, for compensation, prepare all or substantially all of

any federal tax return or claim for refund.

If you do not want to apply for a PTIN online, use Form W-12, IRS Paid

Preparer Tax Identification Number Application (PDF). The paper

application will take 4-6 weeks to process.

If you are a foreign preparer who is unable to get a U.S. Social Security

Number.

Brief details about requirement filing IRS Form 2290

The heavy vehicle use tax or HVUT is an annual fee assessed on heavy

vehicles operating on public highways at registered gross weights equal

to or exceeding 55,000 pounds. The gross taxable weight of a vehicle is

determined by adding the unloaded weight of the motor vehicle and any

trailers together with the maximum load customarily carried on-road by

the truck-trailer combination.

IRS Form 2290 is filed annually to pay the HVUT due on the taxable

vehicle and proof of payment is the Stamped Schedule 1. The monies

collected are used to offset the cost for road repairs and maintenance.

http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw12.pdf



When you File IRS Form 2290 using the E- file provider, you enter your

business details including EIN, first used month, vehicle details including

VIN, select the IRS payment option and electronically transmit your

return to the IRS.

EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Purpose of an Employer Identification

Number

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is

also known as a Federal Tax Identification

Number, and is used to identify a business

entity. Generally, businesses need an EIN. You may apply for an EIN in

various ways, and now you may apply online. This is a free service

offered by the Internal Revenue Service. You must check with your state

to make sure you need a state number or charter.

How to apply for an EIN?

Applying for an EIN is a free service offered by the Internal Revenue

Service. Beware of Web sites on the Internet that charge for this free

service.



If you are a home-care service recipient who has a previously assigned

EIN either as a sole proprietor or as a household employer, do not apply

for a new EIN. Use the EIN previously provided.

Apply online

The Internet EIN application is the preferred method for customers to

apply for and obtain an EIN. Once the application is completed, the

information is validated during the online session, and an EIN is issued

immediately.

The online application process is available for all entities whose

principal business, office or agency, or legal residence (in the case of an

individual), is located in the United States or U.S. Territories. The

principal officer, general partner, grantor, owner, trustor etc. must have

a valid Taxpayer Identification Number (Social Security Number,

Employer Identification Number, or Individual Taxpayer Identification

Number) in order to use the online application. Click here to apply EIN

Apply by EIN toll-free telephone service

Taxpayers can obtain an EIN immediately by calling the Business &

Specialty Tax Line at (800) 829-4933. The hours of operation are 7:00

a.m. - 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. An assistor takes the

information, assigns the EIN, and provides the number to an authorized

individual over the telephone. Note: International applicants must call

(267) 941-1099 (Not a toll-free number).

Apply by FAX

Taxpayers can FAX the completed Form SS-4 (PDF) application to their

state FAX number, after ensuring that the Form SS-4 contains all of the

http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Apply-for-an-Employer-Identification-Number-(EIN)-Online

http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fss4.pdf



required information. If it is determined that the entity needs a new EIN,

one will be assigned using the appropriate procedures for the entity

type. If the taxpayer's fax number is provided, a fax will be sent back

with the EIN within four (4) business days.

Click here where to file business forms and filing Address

Apply by Mail

The processing time frame for an EIN application received by mail is four

weeks. Ensure that the Form SS-4 (PDF) contains all of the required

information. If it is determined that the entity needs a new EIN, one will

be assigned using the appropriate procedures for the entity type and

mailed to the taxpayer.

Fax and Mail address to file IRS Form SS-4 Click Here

Lost or Misplaced Your EIN?

If you cannot locate your EIN for any reason, follow the instructions on

the Lost or Misplaced Your EIN?

If you previously applied for and received an EIN for your business, but

have since misplaced it, try any or all of the following actions to locate

the number:

Find the computer-generated notice that was issued by the IRS

when you applied for your EIN. This notice is issued as a

confirmation of your application for, and receipt of an EIN.

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Where-to-File-Tax-Returns---Addresses-Listed-by-Return-Type

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Where-to-File-Your-Taxes--(for-Form-SS-4)



If you used your EIN to open a bank account, or apply for any type

of state or local license, you should contact the bank or agency to

secure your EIN.

Ask the IRS to search for your EIN by calling the Business &

Specialty Tax Line at (800) 829-4933. The hours of operation are

7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. An assistor

will ask you for identifying information and provide the number to

you over the telephone, as long as you are a person who is

authorized to receive it.

Examples of an authorized person include, but are not limited to, a

sole proprietor, a partner in a partnership, a corporate officer, a

trustee of a trust, or an executor of an estate.

How Long Will it Take to Get an EIN?

You should apply for an EIN early enough to have your number when

you need to file a return or make a deposit. You can get an EIN quickly by

applying online, or by calling the Toll-Free phone number (800) 829-

4933. International applicants must call (267) 941-1099 (Not a toll-free

number).



If you prefer, you can fax a completed Form SS-4 to the service center for

your state, and they will respond with a return fax in about one week. If

you do not include a return fax number, it will take about two weeks. If

you apply by mail, send your completed Form SS-4 (PDF) at least four to

five weeks before you need your EIN to file a return or make a deposit.

If you don't have your EIN by the time a return is due, write "Applied for"

and the date you applied in the space shown for the number. Do not use

your social security number.

To Know more about EIN (PDF)

NOTE: Daily Limitation of an Employer Identification Number

Effective May 21, 2012, to ensure fair and equitable treatment for all

taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service will limit Employer Identification

Number (EIN) issuance to one per responsible party per day. This

limitation is applicable to all requests for EINs whether online or by phone,

fax or mail. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p1635.pdf



VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

A Vehicle Identification Number,commonly

abbreviated to VIN, is a unique code

including a serial number, used by the

automotive industry to identify individual

motor vehicles, towed vehicles, motorcycles,

Scooters and mopeds as defined in ISO 3833.

In 1981, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the

United States standardized the format. It required all over-the-road-

vehicles sold to contain a 17-character VIN, which does not include the

letters I (i), O (o), or Q (q) (to avoid confusion with numerals 1 and 0).

Here is the example

The VIN of your vehicle can be obtained from the registration, title, or

actual vehicle. Generally, the VIN is 17 characters made up of numbers

and letters. Be sure to use the VIN for the vehicle and not from the

trailer.



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