Get an EIN for your Wyoming business
A federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) is the IRS tax ID your Wyoming business uses for banking, payroll, and tax filing. The IRS issues EINs free · application takes 10 minutes online with immediate issuance for US founders. International founders apply by fax or mail. After your EIN, you also need to register with the Wyoming Department of Revenue via the Sales Tax License only (no state income tax).
Wyoming EIN + state tax accounts at a glance
| Federal EIN cost | $0 (IRS direct) |
|---|---|
| Issuance time | Immediate (online for US founders) |
| Wyoming revenue agency | Wyoming Department of Revenue |
| State tax registration form | Sales Tax License only (no state income tax) |
| Sales tax permit needed? | Yes · register for sales tax permit. |
| State withholding account? | No state withholding. Skip (federal withholding still applies). |
| File.Business service fee | $0 |
How to get an EIN in Wyoming: step by step
- Form your business entity first. Your Wyoming LLC, corporation, or other entity must exist before applying for an EIN. Form an LLC in Wyoming or form a corporation if needed.
- Pick your responsible party. The IRS requires one individual with substantial control over the entity (typically an owner with at least 25% interest) to be listed on Form SS-4.
- Apply online at irs.gov. US founders with a valid SSN or ITIN get the EIN immediately. The application is free and takes about 10 minutes.
- International founders: apply by fax or mail. Without an SSN or ITIN, the online system will not work. Fax Form SS-4 (typically 4 business days) or mail it (4 to 6 weeks). ITIN vs EIN explained.
- Register with the Wyoming Department of Revenue. Use the Sales Tax License only (no state income tax) to get your state-level tax accounts in Wyoming.
- Open a business bank account. Wyoming banks commonly used include Hilltop, First Interstate, Wyoming Bank & Trust, Mercury (online).
Skip the paperwork · we get your Wyoming EIN
We prepare Form SS-4, file with the IRS, and also handle your state-level registration with the Wyoming Department of Revenue. No state-fee markup. International founders supported (we file by fax to get your EIN within a week, faster than mail).
Start my Wyoming EINWyoming state tax accounts you also need
An IRS EIN is federal-only. To operate in Wyoming, you typically also need:
- State tax ID: Register with Wyoming Department of Revenue using Sales Tax License only (no state income tax).
- Sales tax permit: Yes · register for sales tax permit. Sales tax registration overview.
- State withholding account: No state withholding. Skip (federal withholding still applies).
- Unemployment insurance account: Required if you have employees in Wyoming.
- Workers compensation insurance: Required if you have employees. Business insurance overview.
Wyoming EIN FAQ
How much does an EIN cost in Wyoming?
The IRS issues EINs free. Anyone charging you for the EIN itself is upselling. File.Business charges No state-fee markup whether you have us file it or you do it yourself.
How long does the EIN take to receive?
US founders applying online: immediate. International founders applying by fax: typically 4 business days. By mail: 4 to 6 weeks.
Can I get an EIN without an SSN?
Yes. International founders apply with Form SS-4 by fax or mail. The IRS accepts foreign passport details as identification.
Do I need a separate Wyoming state tax ID?
Yes, in most cases. The Wyoming Department of Revenue requires a state-level registration via Sales Tax License only (no state income tax) for businesses operating in Wyoming.
Can I use my EIN to open a Wyoming business bank account?
Yes, your EIN is required for business banking. Wyoming banks commonly used include Hilltop, First Interstate, Wyoming Bank & Trust, Mercury (online).