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posted Jul 1, 2025 1:54:01 PM

Why can't I put in x under EIN?

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Level 15
Jul 1, 2025 2:32:41 PM

x is not a valid EIN. An EIN has to be 9 digits, in the format nn-nnnnnnn.


There are many places where an EIN has to be entered for various purposes. Where exactly do you want to enter x for an EIN, and why do you want to enter x instead of a valid EIN?