Consultant independent contractor employer fein new york

A very specific question!

As a consultant, independent contractor, or employer in New York, you'll need to obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Here's what you need to know:

Independent Contractor/Consultant:

As an independent contractor or consultant in New York, you are considered self-employed and are required to obtain a FEIN. This is because you are running your own business and are responsible for reporting your income and paying self-employment taxes.

To apply for a FEIN, you can:

  1. Apply online through the IRS website: www.irs.gov > Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  2. Call the IRS Business and Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933
  3. Fax your application to the IRS at 1-267-941-1042

Employer:

As an employer in New York, you are required to obtain a FEIN if you have employees or are required to file employment taxes. This includes businesses that have employees, as well as non-profit organizations and government agencies.

To apply for a FEIN, you can:

  1. Apply online through the IRS website: www.irs.gov > Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)
  2. Call the IRS Business and Specialty Tax Line at 1-800-829-4933
  3. Fax your application to the IRS at 1-267-941-1042

New York State Requirements:

In addition to obtaining a FEIN from the IRS, you may also need to register with the New York State Department of Labor and obtain a New York State Employer Identification Number (NYSEIN). This is required if you have employees in New York State.

To apply for a NYSEIN, you can:

  1. Register online through the New York State Department of Labor website: www.labor.ny.gov > Employer Registration
  2. Call the New York State Department of Labor at 1-888-469-7365
  3. Fax your application to the New York State Department of Labor at 1-518-457-5511

Additional Requirements:

Depending on your specific business or employment situation, you may need to obtain additional licenses or permits from the State of New York or local authorities. For example, you may need a sales tax permit or a business license from your local government.

I hope this information helps!