When applying for an EIN for multiple-member LLC companies (called MMLLC), only the name of one of the partners can be written on the application form. Each company should have only 1 EIN number. There is no need to obtain an EIN for each company member because the EIN number is assigned to the company.
For companies with more than one partner (MMLLC), “Partnership” must be marked on the SS4 form prepared to be sent to the IRS during the EIN application. As a partnership, the taxation type of the company changes as a result of the EIN numbers received from the IRS. As a result, form 1065 must be filled out during tax season and taxes must be paid by each company member (by obtaining an ITIN).
