Your EIN is your federal tax ID from the IRS. Your Secretary of State record shows the entity exists in North Dakota. Banks usually ask for both.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)North Dakota Secretary of State sources reviewed October 29, 2026. Confirm current fees on FirstStop before filing.
Corp USA is a private filing service, not the North Dakota Secretary of State, and not a law firm. State fees are shown separately at cost. You may file yourself on FirstStop without our fee. Private information and filing service; not a government agency.
- North Dakota N.D.C.C. ch. 10-32.1 & N.D.C.C. ch. 10-19.1 statutory references
- $0 Markup on State Pass-Through Fees
- Physical Corporate Kits & Seals (corpusa.net)
- Live Filing Support: (386) 465-3937
Start with the right question.
Your preparation checklist
- Form the entity
- Get the EIN
- Bring both to the bank
EIN vs. Your North Dakota Secretary of State Record
Keep the requirements separate.
| Requirement | Rule / confirmation needed | Official authority |
|---|---|---|
| EIN | Issued by the IRS at no charge. | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) |
Carry the decision forward.
Corp USA is a private filing service, not the North Dakota Secretary of State, and not a law firm. State fees are shown separately at cost. You may file yourself on FirstStop without our fee. State fees are pass-through. Service fees and taxes are separate. Review the order price before payment.
Before your next step
Usually for banking and payroll. Check IRS guidance.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Yes. You can file directly on FirstStop for the state fee alone. Our service fee is separate and optional.
North Dakota Secretary of State