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 \nIf you previously applied for and received an EIN for your business,but have since misplaced it,try any or all f thefollowing actions to locate the number:  \n·Find the computer-generated notice that was issued by the IRS when you applied for your EIN.This notice isissued as a confirmation of your application for,and receipt of an EIN.·Ifyou used your EIN to open a bank account,or apply for any type of state or local license,you should contact  \nthe bank or agency to secure your EIN.  \n● Ask the IRS to search foryour EIN by calling the Business &Specialty Tax Line at (800)829-4933.The hoursof operation are 7:00 am.-10:00p.m.local time,Monday through Friday.An assistor will ask you foridentifying information and provide the number to you over the telephone,as long as you are a person who isauthorized to receive it.Examples of an authorized person include,but are not limited to,a sole proprietor,apartner in a partnership,a corporate officer,a trustee of a trust,or an executor of an estale.  \n# References/Related Topics\n\n·Emplover ID Numbers(EINs)  \nhttp://www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,id=155444,00.html  \n11/2/2011","cbCaibvRZ10u4yll","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibvRZ10u4yll","pdf",640803,"English","# How to Get a Copy of an EIN Certificate\n# Difficulty: Moderately Easy\n# Instructions\n## Contact the IRS by phone\n## Request a fax copy\n## Check with an accountant or registered agent\n# Tips & Warnings\n# Resources\n# References/Related Topics","[{\"question\":\"What should you do first if you misplaced your EIN certificate?\",\"answer\":\"Contact the IRS via their 800-number and follow the prompts to speak to an agent in the Business Tax Department with your business name and possibly your Social Security number.\"},{\"question\":\"How can you request a copy of the EIN certificate besides phone contact?\",\"answer\":\"Ask the IRS agent to fax a copy of the certificate to your fax machine. 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