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Do I need TAX ID Number?

Discussion in 'General Business' started by eddiemoses81, Mar 13, 2007.

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    Do I need Tax ID number if I need to do online retailing (i live in america)?

    Does it require American citizenship?

    Thanks for help
     
    eddiemoses81, Mar 13, 2007 IP
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    Unkn0wnPlayer Active Member

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    Yes, you do need a Tax ID. Most distributors will need one from you before they will do business with you in my experience.

    Online retail is a business just like brick and mortar and you'll need to treat it as such :).
     
    Unkn0wnPlayer, Mar 13, 2007 IP
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    eddiemoses81 Banned

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    Do i need to be citizen, I am on work visa?
     
    eddiemoses81, Mar 13, 2007 IP
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    Citizens can usually just use their Social Security Number and claim as a 'sole proprietor'

    However, if you are on a work visa you probably don't have a SSN. I'm sure you can still get an ID for this purpose, just don't know how.
     
    vtgorilla, Mar 14, 2007 IP
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    Same, you might want to check with your state on this one.
     
    Unkn0wnPlayer, Mar 14, 2007 IP
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    eddiemoses81 Banned

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    I have social security number dude... But the dropshipper told me i need tax id so I can charge people tax...
     
    eddiemoses81, Mar 14, 2007 IP
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    Oh sorry, I mean no offense...I don't know how work visas work.

    I am almost certain you don't need a specific Tax ID. If you are a sole proprietor (which you are unless you file paperwork) you can usually just use your SSN. You should still be able to get a tax ID though.

    I got this from irs.org. If you are just yourself doing business (no partners and not incorporated) you don't have to file a separate tax return for your business, I believe it is just added to your personal taxes.

    There is a pile of information at irs.org, but I don't have time to search through it. I suggest taking a look there and any specific websites your state has. Such as Virginia has the site: http://www.dba.state.va.us/ "the department of Business assistance" I would think most states would have a similar program.
     
    vtgorilla, Mar 15, 2007 IP