1099 SSN format

Hello there.

Let me share information about entering Employer ID Numbers (EIN) and SSN Social Security numbers (SSN) in QuickBooks Online (QBO).

The EIN should be entered in the company profile, not the SSN. The SSN is required for employees and contractors.

IRS uses EINs to track payroll tax liabilities and payments.

Employees must have a valid Social Security number for payroll to track W-2s and with State Unemployment Insurance tax forms.

To update EIN, follow the steps below.

1. Go to the Gear icon, then Account and Settings.
2. Select Company, then Edit icon in the Company name section.
3. From the EIN section, select and enter the EIN.
4. If you can’t edit the Company name, Legal name, or EIN, or you see Error -7000, edit your company info in your payments and payroll accounts first.
5. Then click Save and Done.

Here are some articles you can read about SSN and EIN in QuickBooks:

• What are EIN and TIN numbers?
• Understand the difference between a Social Security number and Individual Taxpayer Identification number.

Let me know if you have questions about setting up 1099 in QuickBooks Online. I'm always here to help. Have a great day.