If you recently started or plan to start a business in Mississippi or have another taxable entity one of the first things you will want to do is obtain your Tax ID in Mississippi.
Obtaining a Tax ID Number (EIN)
When starting a business in Mississippi, serving as the administrator or executor of an estate, creator of a Trust or operating a Non Profit Organization obtaining a Tax ID (EIN) is a key responsibility. A Tax ID also known as an Employer ID Number (EIN) is a unique nine digit number that identifies your business or entity with the IRS for tax purposes, essentially like a Social Security Number for the entity. A Tax ID (EIN) is used for opening a
business bank account, filing business tax returns and in many cases is required when applying for business licenses. In most cases it is helpful to apply for a Tax ID (EIN) as soon as your start planning a business to ensure that there are no delays in obtaining the correct licenses, financing and opening a business bank account that would be needed to operate.
Information to Consider Prior to Applying
Before applying for your Tax ID (EIN) you may want to consider a few things before starting the application including:
- Determine which structure your business or organization will operate as
- Determine the individual or organization that will serve as the responsible party
- Determine the physical address the business/entity will use – A physical address is required for all Tax ID (EIN)’s and a separate mailing address can be specified
Definition of Entities
- Sole Proprietor – An individual who owns a company that is not incorporated or registered with the state as a limited liability company (LLC).
- Limited Liability Company (LLC) – A LLC is a structure formed by filing articles of organization which allows members limited liability protection and pass through taxation.
- Corporation – A person or group of people who establish a legal entity by filing articles of incorporation with the state’s secretary of state.
- Estate of Deceased – An estate (or decedent estate) or succession is a legal entity created as a result of a person’s death.
- Trusts – All types of trusts including conservatorships, custodianships, guardianships, irrevocable trusts, revocable trusts, and receiverships.
- Partnership – An unincorporated organization in which two or more individuals share the profits and liabilities of a business venture.
- Church – For tax purposes, a “church” refers to any organization claiming to be a church including temples, mosques, and other houses of worship.
- Non-Profit Organization – Includes public charities, educational organizations, PTA/PTO Organizations, Community Sports Teams, Homeowners/Condo Associates, etc.
Mississippi State Tax ID
Outside of obtaining your Federal Tax ID (EIN) in Mississippi you will also likely need a Mississippi State Tax ID. This ID is needed to pay business taxes, state income tax and/or sales tax on items you sell. Generally the State Tax ID is used for the follow:
- Sales and Use Tax
- Employee Income Tax Witholding
- Sales Tax Exemption Permits
- Excise Taxes for items like Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, Oil & Gas, heavy machinery, etc.
For specific detail refer to the Mississippi State Website at https://tap.dor.ms.gov/_/
Cities in Mississippi
- Olive Branch, MS
- Hattiesburg, MS
- Starkville, MS
- Ocean Springs, MS
- Oxford, MS
- Madison, MS
- Southaven, MS
- Brandon, MS
- Vicksburg, MS
- Natchez, MS
- Pearl, MS
- Tupelo, MS
- Corinth, MS
- Picayune, MS
- Meridian, MS
- Lucedale, MS
- Canton, MS
- Horn Lake, MS
- Clinton, MS
- Greenwood, MS
- Philadelphia, MS
- Ridgeland, MS
- Hernando, MS
- Greenville, MS
- Brookhaven, MS
- Gulfport, MS
- Mccomb, MS
- Petal, MS
- Laurel, MS
- Yazoo City, MS
- Clarksdale, MS
- Pontotoc, MS
- Florence, MS
- Vancleave, MS
- Booneville, MS
- Grenada, MS
- Cleveland, MS
- Moss Point, MS
- Columbia, MS
- Byhalia, MS
- Gautier, MS
- Long Beach, MS
- West Point, MS
- New Albany, MS
- Carthage, MS
- Carriere, MS
- Batesville, MS
- Louisville, MS