Which IRS number to call from abroad after getting an EIN
· 1 min read
For specific questions about an existing international business tax account, the IRS lists the International Taxpayer Service Call Center at 267-941-1000. For a new EIN application by phone when the principal place of business is outside the United States, the IRS lists 267-941-1099. Both pages currently list weekday hours of 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern time.
What to check
Start with the issue you need resolved. A verified notice may provide a contact or response channel for its own case. Before calling about an account, prepare the entity name, the notice number and any existing EIN, and arrange for a caller authorized to discuss the account.
Example
An owner in Seoul has an EIN and receives correspondence about an international business tax form. They check the contact information in the verified letter and use the IRS international account service for a general account inquiry.
Before you proceed
- Identify whether you are applying or asking about an existing account.
- Read any verified notice for case-specific contact instructions.
- Check Eastern time and arrange for an authorized caller.
Are the international contact numbers toll-free?
The IRS labels 267-941-1000 as not toll-free. Confirm your carrier's charges for either number before calling from abroad.
Related guides
- Which EIN to use when a sole proprietor dies and the business continues
- How to revoke or withdraw a business Form 2848
- Can a minor taxpayer get an EIN?