Process
Change Business Name on EIN (2026) Guide
Change the business name on your EIN by sending a letter to the IRS (LLC), filing amended Articles (corporation), or updating your next tax return (sole prop).
By Entity Type
Name Change by Entity Type
LLC
- File amended Articles with your state
- Send letter to IRS: EIN, old name, new name, state amendment copy, signature
- Mail to Cincinnati, OH 45999
Corporation
- File amended Articles of Incorporation with state
- Check 'Name change' box on next Form 1120
- Or send letter to IRS
Sole Proprietor
- Enter new name on next Schedule C (Form 1040)
- No separate IRS notification needed for DBA changes
Partnership
- Check 'Name change' box on next Form 1065
Key Rules
Key Rules
| Rule | Detail | |------|--------| | EIN changes? | No — stays the same | | Cost (IRS) | Free | | State cost | $25-150 (varies) | | New EIN needed? | No (unless entity type changes) | | Processing | 4-6 weeks |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I change my business name on EIN?
LLCs: letter to IRS with EIN, old/new name, state amendment. Corps: check name change box on 1120. Sole props: enter new name on next Schedule C.
Do I need a new EIN for a name change?
No. A name change alone does not require a new EIN. Your existing EIN stays the same.
Is it free?
IRS processing is free. Your state may charge $25-150 for filing amended Articles.
How long does it take?
4-6 weeks for IRS processing after they receive your notification.
Where do I send the letter?
Internal Revenue Service, Cincinnati, OH 45999. Include EIN, old name, new name, and responsible party signature.
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