For the complete documentation index, see llms.txt
For the complete documentation index, see llms.txt
How do I correct a mistake on my EIN letter?
For corrections of EIN letter or name spelling issues, do not contact the IRS directly as the first step. Instead, your case should be reviewed and coordinated with the EIN Team through support so they can assist you in the appropriate correction process.
If you need to request an EIN Verification Letter (Form 147C) for other reasons or to confirm your EIN:
1. Call the IRS Business & Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933 (Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. local time). Calling this number is the only way to request a 147C letter.
2. Verify your identity as the business owner. You will need your EIN, your SSN or ITIN, and details about your business such as legal name, address, and formation date.
3. Request a 147C Letter (Verification of EIN) or CP575 Letter. The IRS can mail or fax this letter directly to your registered business address, usually within 5–10 business days.
Note:
- The 147C is an official EIN confirmation letter issued by the IRS. While doola provides fax confirmations related to EIN issuance, it cannot generate official IRS letters like the 147C.
- If you need the letter urgently (e.g., for banking), explain this to the IRS; sometimes expedited guidance is provided over the phone.
- Banks often require the official IRS-issued letter (CP575 or 147C) rather than the fax confirmation from doola.
- EIN processing times can vary, sometimes taking days to weeks.
If you discover a mistake or typo on your EIN letter (such as a name or detail spelling error), do not call the IRS directly to fix it. Instead, have your case reviewed and coordinated with the EIN Team through support so they can assist you with the corrective process.
If your bank won’t accept the EIN document you currently have, they may require an official IRS 147C or CP575 letter. Follow the steps above to request one from the IRS.
If you have questions during this process or need help deciding what to say when calling the IRS, you can ask support, who can guide you in requesting the EIN Verification Letter (Form 147C).
If your issue is not about an EIN letter mistake or obtaining the 147C, please provide a brief clarification so that support can assist appropriately.