How do I obtain a federal employer identification number (EIN)?

In order to obtain a federal employer identification number (EIN) in South Dakota, you must first contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The EIN is a nine-digit number that is issued by the IRS and is used to identify a business for tax purposes. The easiest way to obtain an EIN is to apply online through the IRS website. The application will require you to provide basic information such as the name of the business, the type of business, and the address of the business. Once the application is complete, the IRS will assign an EIN to the business. If you do not wish to apply online, you can also apply for an EIN by mail or fax. To apply by mail, you must fill out an IRS Form SS-4 and mail it to the IRS. To apply by fax, you must fill out an IRS Form SS-4 and fax it to the IRS. In either case, the IRS will provide you with an EIN once your application is processed. It is important to note that in order to obtain an EIN in South Dakota, you must first register the business with the South Dakota Secretary of State. This will require you to complete the Business Formation Certificate, which will require you to provide detailed information about the business. Once the Certificate is approved, the Secretary of State will assign the business an EIN.

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