California Tax Id Number

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There are 4 Tax IDs

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A

A Federal Tax ID EIN $29

Employer Identification Number

This Federal Tax ID is used as an employer ID as well as a business tax ID number and an ID for nonprofits, associations etc.

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B

A Sales Tax ID Number $39

Also Called a Seller's Permit, Wholesale ID, Resale, Reseller ID.

You need that to buy wholesale, sell retail, or sell wholesale as well as to lease tangible goods.

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C

A State EIN $39

This is the state version of an employer ID number.

It is only for employers, who MUST obtain both a federal EIN as well as a state EIN.

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D

A Business Tax ID $39

Business/Occupational/Business Tax Receipt Number

This is a general business tax number also called a Tax ID or home occupation permit that all businesess MUST obtain.

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Getting a Tax ID Number CALIFORNIA

THERE ARE 4 TAX ID NUMBERS

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A Business Tax Registration ID

A State Sales Tax ID Number

A Federal Tax Id Number (EIN) &

A State Employer ID Number

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Legally Required Tax Id Numbers for the State of California

If You Are Starting a Business, You May Need a California Tax Id Number

When Starting a Business in California, all businesses, including home based businesses, internet businesses, ebay, online web sites, professional practices, contractors or any other business, in California are required to identify their business with one of two numbers:

either a Social Security number or an EIN or employer identification tax id number.

A Social Security number can be used on all your government tax id number forms and other tax id number official documents, if you are a sole proprietor, but most small business advisors recommend that you apply for a Federal Tax Id Number (EIN) and use that number instead.

Tax ID Numbers - How to Apply and Obtain for an Tax Id Number

Click to Find Out if You Need the Permit(s).

Here is where you will need to use this federal Tax Id Number : All corporations, employers, and those that need to use a business Tax Id Number # instead of their SS#, are required to have it.

Also, in tax resale certificates and some other business tax forms , you are required to provide this number.

How to get your Tax Id Number - Tax ID Numbers - How to Apply and Obtain a Tax Id Number How do I get tax ID numbers?

Every business needs its own Tax Id Number.

To get a federal Tax Id Number , state Tax Id Number , or seller's number, click here.
Once the federal government issues you a tax identification number , you will have to get a state Tax Id Number from California as well.

Find out more here, or ask your lawyer, bookkeeper or accountant to do this for you.

Here's a Few Other Tax Documents and Business Permits You May Need When Starting a Small Business

In California, If you use a name other than your own personal name to operate a business, you are legally required to file a DBA Certificate , also known as a dba (doing business as) form.
A corporation or llc, is probably the best and cheapest insurance for you and your new small business if you want to limit your civil, tax, and personal liability.

If you buy or sell wholesale or retail in California and the goods or items bought or sold are taxable, you need a Reseller License or Wholesale License.

If you will hire employees you are required to obtain a federal tax id number (Employer Identification Number EIN) as well as a state Tax Id Number as well (for California).

According to the State of California, if you are getting a tax id number as an employer, there are two types of employers: those who run a business ("employers") and those who hire household workers ("household employers"):

Tax Id Number for Employers who run a business can be a person or a legal entity and include:

Sole Proprietors Public Entities (including Partnerships State and Federal Agencies)Corporations Associations and Trusts Nonprofit & Charitable Estates Organizations Joint Ventures Limited Liability Companies Employers who hire household workers can be:

Private households Local chapters of college Local college clubs fraternities or sororities

In most cases, you are required to get an California or state permit or Tax ID , even if you are working from home or you have an online business or selling on ebay- but note: 99.9 percent of all businesses are required to have a Tax ID or business tax registration certificate ( both the same).


State Tax Id Number / Employer Id Number EIN


Businesses that are employers are required to obtain a State Tax Id (EIN) and a Federal Tax Id (FEIN) NOTE: Sole owners can use a federal Tax Id Number to build business credit. Click Here to File Your Tax Id Number Fees How Long Does it Take? Back to Top
Wholesale License Number / Resale / Reseller's License / Tax Id Number

Wholesalers, retailers of taxable goods / services require a Wholesale License / Wholesale License Number / Reseller License . Click Here to File Your Wholesale License Fees How Long Does it Take? Back to Top

Federal Tax Id Employer Identification Number FEIN

Corporations or LLCs, employers, and, in some states, those businesses that are also getting a Wholesale License are required to obtain a Federal Tax Id (FEIN) and a Tax ID. Click Here to File Your Tax Id Number Fees How Long Does it Take? Back to Top
How long does the process take to get a tax id Number I want to open a checking account.

Federal Tax Id Number (1- 24 hours) - We send you the Tax Id Number by Email to use to open your business bank account. Note, the government will send you a welcome package within 1-2 weeks.

State Tax Id Number (Employer Number) varies but average time is 1-8 DAYS - could take longer in some states. In some states, we file on the same day we receive your order; however, note that it may take a few days for the government to mail you the certificate.

Wholesale License may take 1- 5 but may take as long as 3-10 business days because there are special processing requirements (e.g., if you have high projected gross sales - e.g., 50,000 per year, some states may require a deposit. Or if you don't provide all requested info such as a SS#, it may take longer to process. )

In some states, we file on the same day we receive your order; however, note that it may take a few days for the government to mail you the certificate.

Click to Find Out if You Need the Permit(s).

If you need to apply for an EIN, complete Application for Employer Identification Number (IRS Form SS4). The instructions to Form SS-4 and Publication 1635 provide addresses and fax numbers by geographic location for submitting your application. Publications and forms are available by phone at 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

Frequently asked questions about whether you need an EIN and how to apply for one can be found at the Small Business/Self Employed section of the IRS website.
Here you obtain registration information and reporting requirements from our Information Sheet: Household Employment (DE 231L) or Household Employer's Guide (DE 8829). You may also call our Tax Assistance Center at 1-888-745-3886.
You may call (916) 654-7041 or your nearest Employment Tax Office to get a registration form. You may also download one or order one on our Internet Order Form. Please complete the registration form for your type of business:
Commercial Employers, Pacific Maritime, and Fishing Boats (DE 1)
Agricultural (DE 1AG)
Governmental Organizations, Public Schools, & Indian Tribes (DE 1GS)
Nonprofit Employers (DE 1NP)
Personal Income Tax Withholding Only (DE 1P)
Include your federal employer identification number (FEIN) on the registration form so that unemployment insurance tax credits can be properly applied when claimed on your Employer’s Annual FUTA Tax Return (IRS Form 940). For information on federal filing requirements, contact the IRS.
Employment Development Department
Account Services Group, MIC 28
PO Box 826880
Sacramento CA 94280-0001
Fax (916) 654-9211

Employer ID Numbers (EIN) - Where to Apply for an EIN
If your principal business, office or agency, or legal residence in the case of an individual, is located in:
Call the Tele-TIN or Fax-TIN number shown or file with the "Internal Revenue Service Center" at:
Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia
Attn: EIN Operation
Holtsville, NY 11742

Business & Speciality Tax Line (Obtain an EIN from 7:00 AM -10:00 PM local time only) : (800) 829-4933

Fax-TIN: (631) 447-8960
Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan
Attn: EIN Operation
Cincinnati, OH 45999

Business & Speciality Tax Line (Obtain an EIN from 7:00 AM -10:00 PM local time only) : (800) 829-4933

Fax-TIN: (859) 669-5760
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, CALIFORNIA, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Attn: EIN Operation
Philadelphia, PA 19255

Business & Speciality Tax Line (Obtain an EIN from 7:00am -10:00 PM local time only) : (800) 829-4933

Fax-TIN: (859) 669-5760
If you have no legal residence, principal place of business, or principal office or agency in any state:
Attn: EIN Operation
Philadelphia, PA 19255

Foreign Business Tax Line
(Obtain an EIN from 7:30 AM -5:30 PM local time only): (215) 516-6999

Fax-TIN: (215) 516-1040

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