State Guide
EIN in Florida (FL)
How to get an EIN for your Florida business. The EIN is a federal number from the IRS. Florida has no state income tax.
Florida
EIN in Florida (FL)
| Detail | Information | |--------|------------| | State | Florida (FL) | | State Income Tax | no state income tax | | LLC Filing Fee | $125 filing fee | | State Tax Authority | Department of Revenue | | Federal EIN | Same as all states (IRS) | | EIN Cost | $0 (IRS) / $49 (ein.so) |
Federal EIN vs Florida State Tax ID
Your federal EIN and Florida state tax registration are separate:
- Federal EIN — From IRS, for federal taxes (Form SS-4)
- Florida State Tax ID — From Department of Revenue, for state taxes
You may need both. Your EIN does not replace state tax registration.
See state tax ID for more details.
How to Apply
How to Get an EIN in Florida
| Method | Speed | Cost | |--------|-------|------| | Online | Instant | Free | | Fax | 4-7 days | Free/$49 | | Phone | Same day | Free | | Mail | 4-6 weeks | Free |
The process is identical regardless of state. See how to get an EIN for complete instructions.
Florida Business Requirements After EIN
- Register with Department of Revenue for state taxes
- Obtain local business licenses
- File BOI report with FinCEN (federal)
- Open a business bank account
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Florida EIN different from a federal EIN?
No. The EIN is a federal number issued by the IRS. It is the same 9-digit number regardless of which state you operate in. Florida does not issue its own version of an EIN.
How do I get an EIN in Florida?
Apply through the IRS: online at irs.gov (instant, SSN required), by fax to 855-215-1627 (4-7 days), by phone at 800-829-4933 (same day), or through ein.so ($49 for non-residents).
Does Florida have a state tax ID?
Yes. Florida issues its own state tax registration through the Department of Revenue. This is separate from your federal EIN. You may need both depending on your business activities in Florida.
How much does it cost to get an EIN in Florida?
The EIN is free from the IRS ($0). Florida LLC formation costs $125 filing fee. ein.so charges $49 for EIN filing assistance for non-residents.
What is the Florida state income tax rate?
Florida has no state income tax. This is separate from federal taxes. Your EIN is used for federal tax reporting, while your state tax ID is used for Florida state taxes.
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