Expedited LLC Formation: Timeline for Obtaining Your EIN

When you form an LLC, you’ll need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) to open a business bank account, run payroll, and file taxes. Below is the typical timeline, an expedited option if you’re in a hurry, and a simple way to decide which path fits your launch plan.

At a glance

• Standard EIN processing: ~9–12 weeks

• Expedited option: ~5–8 weeks (+$300)

• Timelines depend on IRS processing and may extend during peak seasons.

Your available paths to an EIN ⇓

Submit EIN application

• Standard: ~9–12 weeks

• Expedited ( +$300 ): ~5–8 weeks

Watch for updates

• Respond quickly to any follow-up requests.

Not sure which route?

• Your launch date is flexible → choose Standard.

• You want the shortest available processing estimate → consider Expedited (+$300).

What can affect timing? (either option)

• IRS workload & tax-season volume

• Incomplete or inaccurate details in the application

• Delays responding to doola/IRS requests