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EIN Lookup by Company Name (2026) Guide
Search for an EIN by company name: IRS Tax Exempt Search (nonprofits), SEC EDGAR (public), state databases, or request W-9 directly from the business.
Search Methods
Search by Name Methods
| Method | Works For | Cost | |--------|-----------|------| | IRS Tax Exempt Search | Nonprofits | Free | | SEC EDGAR | Public companies | Free | | State SOS | Registered businesses | Free | | W-9 Request | Any business | Free | | Dun & Bradstreet | Any (limited) | Paid |
How to Use IRS Tax Exempt Search
- Go to apps.irs.gov/app/eos
- Enter organization name
- Filter by city/state
- Results show EIN, name, status
Private Companies
Finding Private Company EINs
Private company EINs are confidential. Your options:
- Request W-9 — Standard business practice. Companies must provide W-9 for $600+ transactions
- State databases — Many states list registered businesses with EINs
- Google search — Some orgs publish EINs in public documents
- Commercial services — D&B, LexisNexis
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I look up EIN by company name?
For nonprofits: yes (IRS search). For public companies: yes (SEC EDGAR). For private: no public tool — request W-9.
Is there a free EIN search by name?
IRS Tax Exempt search and SEC EDGAR are free. No free tool covers all private businesses.
How do I get a vendor's EIN?
Request IRS Form W-9. Businesses are required to provide W-9 for $600+ payment relationships.
What info do I need to search?
The exact legal name (not DBA). For IRS nonprofit search, you can also filter by city and state.
Can I find EIN on Google?
Sometimes. Some organizations publish EINs in annual reports or public filings. Unreliable for private companies.
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