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Because the IRS requires the name of the responsible party for the EIN, and your Social Security number allows them to verify who you are and to locate you if you default on Business Taxes or are delinquent in filing required paperwork.

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Q: Why do you have to use your Social Security number to get an EIN number?
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How do you use an EIN number?

A EIN number is used as you would your social security number for tax purposes.


Can you use ein instead of social security number?

You cannot use an EIN unless you are using it for legitimate business purposes. The use of an EIN to obtain credit for personal purposes is prohibited by federal law. If you are an employer and have applied for and received an EIN, you can use it when applying for business credit, or when filing business tax returns.


How do you find where someone is employed using their social security number?

You do not. Use of the Social Security number is the exclusive venue of the Social Security Administration as established by the Social Security Act.


Can you apply for a different social security number to get a job?

No, you can't apply for a different social security number to get a job. You can only use the social security number you were given at birth.


Can someone use their Social Security number to connect a phone for someone else?

Your Social Security number is yours to use for a lifetime. If you find out that someone else has used it notify the Social Security Office immediately. No one can use their Social Security number to connect a telephone for another person. It is their own personal number for their use only for their lifetime.


Can you change your social security number to get a job?

No, you cannot change your social security number to get a job you must use the number you are assigned.


Can you use your sons social security number for employment if you have the same name?

Absolutely not. If you do not have a social security number, then you have to mention such in the job application. Use of another person's social security is fraud, and can be punishable by legal action.


Does lifelock protect your social security number?

Lifelock protects your social security number by monitoring applications for credit and services that use your social security number.Lifelock is known to be able to protect a person's social security number. This is a large and well known company.


What can i use as verification for my child's social security number?

Your parents should have this information. Also, the Social Security Office has this information, however, you may need an adult to get your social security number. The best answer I can give you is to call your local Social Security Office.


How often should the use of the social security numbers be reviewed Social Security Number Reduction Plan?

Every 2 years


Can your husband use some of your social security points to get his disability?

Absolutely not! Social Security Benefit amounts are determined by how much was earned for each person. The amount shows up under your social security number only. He has his own social security number along with his own earnings.


Can a person use a deceased persons social security number?

No, the social security number should not be used again. If you are caught, it is a crime and may face jail time.