State Guide
EIN in New Jersey (NJ)
How to get an EIN for your New Jersey business. The EIN is a federal number from the IRS. New Jersey has 1.4-10.75% state income tax.
New Jersey
EIN in New Jersey (NJ)
| Detail | Information | |--------|------------| | State | New Jersey (NJ) | | State Income Tax | 1.4-10.75% state income tax | | LLC Filing Fee | $125 filing fee | | State Tax Authority | Division of Taxation | | Federal EIN | Same as all states (IRS) | | EIN Cost | $0 (IRS) / $49 (ein.so) |
Federal EIN vs New Jersey State Tax ID
Your federal EIN and New Jersey state tax registration are separate:
- Federal EIN — From IRS, for federal taxes (Form SS-4)
- New Jersey State Tax ID — From Division of Taxation, 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 New Jersey
| 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.
New Jersey Business Requirements After EIN
- Register with Division of Taxation for state taxes
- Obtain local business licenses
- File BOI report with FinCEN (federal)
- Open a business bank account
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a New Jersey 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. New Jersey does not issue its own version of an EIN.
How do I get an EIN in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey have a state tax ID?
Yes. New Jersey issues its own state tax registration through the Division of Taxation. This is separate from your federal EIN. You may need both depending on your business activities in New Jersey.
How much does it cost to get an EIN in New Jersey?
The EIN is free from the IRS ($0). New Jersey LLC formation costs $125 filing fee. ein.so charges $49 for EIN filing assistance for non-residents.
What is the New Jersey state income tax rate?
New Jersey has 1.4-10.75% 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 New Jersey state taxes.
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