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IRS EIN Phone Number: Live Human Help

Thomas Maxon, CEO & Co-founder of Claimyr | last updated: 11/04/2023

Have you been dialing the IRS EIN phone line (800) 829-4933 to reach a human? This guide covers how to call and reach a live human at the IRS about your EIN. Also, we provide you with a guaranteed way to speak with an agent within a few hours.

Calling the IRS EIN phone number

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How to call the IRS EIN phone number and speak with a human using a shortcut

Use the widget below to find out the best times, how to call, and a guaranteed method to reach a live IRS customer service agent regarding EIN. If it's too hard to call the IRS phone number below, you can place an IRS EIN call here to guarantee you reach a human.

If you want to reach a different department, check out this complete list of IRS phone numbers to find the right department for your needs.

For specialized assistance with unresolved tax issues, you might consider contacting the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service, which is designed to be a "voice for taxpayers" within the IRS.'.

How can I speak to a live person at the IRS for my EIN?

There are two methods to reach a live person:

  • 1.) by calling manually over and over again, get on a long hold, and then hope the call doesn't drop -- and I'll show you how to do that,
  • 2.) use a calling tool that dials for you, stays on hold, and forwards a call to your phone number when an agent is on the line. (RECOMMENDED)

If you prefer face-to-face assistance, you can also find the nearest IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) where you can schedule an appointment to speak with an IRS representative in person.

Option 1 (SLOW): call manually - time to a human rep = 2+ hours.

Below is the best way to dial through their menu faster:

Dial (800) 829-4933

  • Step 1: wait 3 seconds
  • Step 2: press 1
  • Step 3: wait 17 seconds
  • Step 4: press 1
  • Step 5: wait 5 seconds
  • Step 6: press 3
  • Step 7: wait 11 seconds

At this point, the IRS will either tell you they're too busy to take your call or you'll be put on hold.

If you suspect you're a victim of identity theft and need specialized assistance, you may want to contact the IRS Identity Theft Victim Assistance directly for more targeted support.

Option 2 (FAST): use a call app - time to a human rep = 5-40 min.

By far the fastest option is to use software. Robots are simply better at this task than humans ever can be.

  • Step 1: head to Claimyr
  • Step 2: select/search for "IRS EIN"
  • Step 3: pay for Claimyr to call for you (yes it's a paid version, but it honestly works very well. You can research Claimyr before buying to be sure)
  • Step 4: kick back, relax, and wait for your phone to ring with an IRS agent on the line!

If you're also looking to set up a payment plan with the IRS, Claimyr offers streamlined assistance for that process as well; you can find more information on their IRS Payment Plan Assistance page.

IRS hours of operation

The IRS is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time.

If you need to resolve any issues regarding outstanding taxes or payment plans, you can contact the IRS Collections Department during these hours for assistance.

What is the best time to call the IRS about my EIN?

Do not call during these times (unless you are using Claimyr, which then you can order a callback 24/7 Monday - Sunday):

  • 👎 Monday mornings
  • 👎 After 5 pm on any day
  • 👎 Friday afternoons (as you'll likely not solve your issue until the following week)

But again, if you are using Claimyr's automated callback tool, then you will be able to place a call literally anytime during the day and get a callback soon after.

The best time to call the IRS is Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. ⚠️WARNING⚠️: please beware that you often need to dedicate an entire day to dialing over and over just to get on hold. Also, the IRS is notorious for dropping calls even when you finally do get on hold! So if you decide to start calling mid-week, due to excessive call volume, you may not be able to reach an agent until the following week or longer.

If you don't consider calling the IRS regarding EIN a full-time profession, consider using a calling tool such as Claimyr to guarantee a callback with an agent on the line with zero hold time.