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EIN in Maine (ME)

How to get an EIN for your Maine business. The EIN is a federal number from the IRS. Maine has 5.8-7.15% state income tax.

Getting an EIN in Maine follows the same federal IRS process as every other state. The EIN is a federal number — not state-specific. Maine (ME) has 5.8-7.15% state income tax. Your EIN (XX-XXXXXXX) is issued by the IRS and works nationwide. Apply free at irs.gov (SSN required) or through ein.so ($49 for non-residents).

Maine

EIN in Maine (ME)

| Detail | Information | |--------|------------| | State | Maine (ME) | | State Income Tax | 5.8-7.15% state income tax | | LLC Filing Fee | $175 filing fee | | State Tax Authority | Revenue Services | | Federal EIN | Same as all states (IRS) | | EIN Cost | $0 (IRS) / $49 (ein.so) |

Federal EIN vs Maine State Tax ID

Your federal EIN and Maine state tax registration are separate:

  • Federal EIN — From IRS, for federal taxes (Form SS-4)
  • Maine State Tax ID — From Revenue Services, 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 Maine

| 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.

Maine Business Requirements After EIN

  1. Register with Revenue Services for state taxes
  2. Obtain local business licenses
  3. File BOI report with FinCEN (federal)
  4. Open a business bank account

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Maine 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. Maine does not issue its own version of an EIN.

How do I get an EIN in Maine?

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 Maine have a state tax ID?

Yes. Maine issues its own state tax registration through the Revenue Services. This is separate from your federal EIN. You may need both depending on your business activities in Maine.

How much does it cost to get an EIN in Maine?

The EIN is free from the IRS ($0). Maine LLC formation costs $175 filing fee. ein.so charges $49 for EIN filing assistance for non-residents.

What is the Maine state income tax rate?

Maine has 5.8-7.15% 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 Maine state taxes.

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