EIN for a Delaware LLC \u2014 How Non-Residents Get One Without an SSN
Why you need an EIN
- Open a US business bank account — every US bank requires one.
- Set up Stripe, Mercury, Wise, PayPal and other processors.
- File US federal tax forms for your LLC (including Form 5472 if you are a foreign-owned single-member LLC).
- Hire contractors or employees should you ever need to.
How non-residents get one (no SSN required)
US residents apply online and get an EIN instantly. As a non-resident without an SSN or ITIN, the online tool isn't open to you — instead you file IRS Form SS-4, sending it by fax or mail and completing the responsible-party section the correct way for a foreign applicant. The IRS then issues your EIN and mails a CP-575 confirmation letter.
What Bastion does
We complete and submit your SS-4 the right way for a foreign owner, chase the IRS where needed, and deliver the official CP-575 confirmation so you can open your US bank account without delay. For Delaware specifically, this matters because investors and banks expect a clean federal tax ID on file before they engage.
IRS EIN confirmation letter (CP-575) for a non-resident Delaware LLC
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I get an EIN for a Delaware LLC without an SSN?
- Yes. Non-residents apply with IRS Form SS-4 by fax or mail without an SSN. The IRS issues the EIN and a CP-575 confirmation letter.
- How long does an EIN take for a non-resident?
- By fax it typically takes 5 to 15 business days. Mail takes several weeks. The instant online option is only available to applicants with an SSN or ITIN.
- Why do I need an EIN for my Delaware LLC?
- You need an EIN to open a US bank account, set up Stripe or Mercury, and file federal taxes â including Form 5472 if your LLC is foreign-owned and single-member.