Employer Identification Number
/ˌɛmˌplɔɪər aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ˈnʌmbər/
Definitions
- (n.) A unique nine-digit number assigned by the Internal Revenue Service to identify a business entity for tax purposes.
The company must include its employer identification number on all federal tax returns.
Forms
- employer identification number
- employer identification numbers
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Commentary
Commonly abbreviated as EIN, this number is essential for tax administration and payroll reporting.
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