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How do I change a payroll tax id number in quickbooks online?

 
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RaymondJayO
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How do I change a payroll tax id number in quickbooks online?

I've got the two options for this, @OCC

 

If you’ll use a different EIN for filing now, you can consider adding another company. I want to ensure your books are distinct for tax purposes. 

 

If you're just changing the EIN that was incorrectly entered previously, let's go to the settings to complete this task. I'll guide you how. 

  1. Select the Gear (⚙️) icon at the upper right and choose Account and Settings.
  2. Click Company from the left panel.
  3. Go to the Company name section.
  4. In the EIN field, enter the new number. 
  5. Click Save.
  6. Choose Done.

 

The screenshot below shows you the last five steps. 

UpdateEIN.PNG

 

Then, update the tax info in your payroll service. You'll have to turn off the e-services feature before performing the steps below. 

  1. Go to the Gear (⚙️​​​​​​​) icon at the top and select Payroll Settings.
  2. Under Taxes, select Federal Taxes.
  3. Enter the correct EIN.
  4. Click OK.

 

View the screenshot below to show you the last two steps. 

UpdateEIN2.PNG

 

To learn more about the process above, visit this article: QBO Settings. Then, go to the Changing business name or tax info section. 

 

Once done, you'll have to re-enroll the e-services feature and send us a new authorization form.

 

Aside from EIN, you can update other details in Account and Settings. These are contact info, business type, and address from the Company tab. 

 

Leave a comment below if you need anything else. The Community and I will be around to help you. Keep safe. 

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