How to Get an EIN Without an SSN

Getting an EIN without an SSN is one of the most common questions from international founders, and it's fully supported by the IRS.

Filing Form SS-4

Form SS-4 is the standard EIN application — foreign applicants leave the SSN field blank and instead answer a specific set of responsible-party questions.

How Long It Takes

Phone or fax applications for foreign applicants typically take a few business days to a few weeks, depending on IRS processing volume.