Can I Use a Virtual Address For My EIN?
Yes, you can use a virtual address for your EIN application. The IRS allows virtual business addresses as long as they are a physical mailing address, not a P.O. Box.
Start in Wyoming offers a Wyoming Virtual Address that provides all the necessary documentation for your EIN application. Our service includes a professional Wyoming street address, a lease agreement, and a utility bill to open a business bank account. This allows you to pass verification requirements for the IRS and banks, and start an LLC.
Does the IRS Accept Virtual Addresses?
Yes, the IRS accepts a virtual address provided it’s not a P.O. Box. You must be able to receive mail at the address.
The address should be a high-quality address considering the importance of using it for your business.
Can I Change My EIN Address to a Virtual Address?
You can change your address by submitting Form 8822-B to the IRS. This process allows you to use a virtual address for your business while maintaining compliance with IRS requirements.
To change your EIN address:
- Complete Form 8822-B with your new virtual address details
- Confirm the virtual address is a physical location, not a P.O. box
- Submit the form to the IRS
- Wait 4-6 weeks for processing
How to Choose a Virtual Address
Choosing a low-quality virtual address for your EIN and business will only cause you problems. A virtual address for your business should include a lease agreement and utility bill so that you can prove your address and open a business bank account.
- Location: Choose a professional address that’s recognized by the USPS and won’t raise red flags during verification.
- Mail Scanning: Make sure your provider offers mail scanning services for legal documents and verification codes.
- Document support: Get a proper lease agreement and recent utility bills to prove the address for banks and other financial services.
- Customer service: Select a provider with responsive support during business hours.
A virtual address service should have security measures in place to protect the address. Otherwise, you’re sharing your business address with 100K other businesses (like 1309 Coffeen Ave, Sheridan, WY). This leads to the address getting flagged by the US Postal Service and causing problems with banking and maybe even the IRS.
Does My EIN Address Have to Match My Business Address?
Your EIN mailing address doesn’t have to match your business address but your principal business location must be within the U.S. to be eligible for an online EIN application. It’s also possible to use a virtual office address as your legal business address.
It’s important to note the difference between a mailing address and a principal business address.
The principal address is the address you gave to the Secretary of State when incorporating. This address should be consistent across all business documents.
However, you can use different mailing addresses for:
- Your primary business location
- Your registered agent’s address
- Your EIN mailing address
Keep your address information current with the IRS. Failing to update your EIN address could result in missed communications and potential compliance issues with tax authorities.
Can I Use Different Addresses For My EIN and My Business Bank Account?
Yes, you can use different addresses for your EIN and business bank account. However, banks will require you to provide proof of address in the form of a lease agreement or a utility bill.
If you want to use a virtual address for your bank account, you should work with a service that can provide these documents.
Want a Professional Virtual Address For Your EIN?
Start in Wyoming offers virtual office services with a professional street address that isn’t polluted across the internet like low-quality address providers.
Our Wyoming Virtual Address package includes a lease agreement, utility bill, and professional mail scanning services managed by our team. We provide all necessary documentation for an EIN, formalin an LLC, and banking and regulatory compliance.
