How long does EIN issuance take?
EIN processing time depends on whether you have a U.S. Social Security Number and a U.S. address on file.
Standard timeline — with U.S. address
Once you pay and complete the Tax ID plugin form, OtoCo targets issuance within 2 business days. The IRS issues the EIN to OtoCo as your registered agent; we upload it to your DashPanel and email it to you.
Without a U.S. SSN — several weeks
Foreign owners without a U.S. SSN go through the IRS Form SS-4 manual process. This routinely takes several weeks — sometimes longer during peak periods. There is no way to expedite beyond OtoCo's standard filing.
The clock starts when you submit the Next steps form in the Tax ID plugin — not when you pay. If you paid but haven't filled out the form, processing has not started.
How to check status
- Overview tab — EIN appears here when issued
- Files & Templates — IRS letter (CP 575) uploaded when received
- Ask OtoCo AI: "What's the status of my EIN?"
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If the Tax ID form won't load after payment, see EIN form stuck on Loading.
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