IRS for Small Businesses

Tools & Resources for Small Businesses 

Small Business and Self Employed Tax Center

Resources for taxpayers who file form 1040 or 1040-SR, Schedules C, E, F or Form 2106, as well as small businesses with assets under $10 million. 

• Irs.gov/smallbiz                                                                          

Gig Economy Tax Center 

The gig economy- also called sharing economy or access economy- is an activity where people earn income providing on-demand work, services, or goods. Often, it's through a digital platform like an app or website.

• Irs.gov/gigeconomy  

Tax Information for Businesses

Tax information, tools and resources for businesses and self-employed individuals 

• Irs.gov/businesses

Employer Identification Number 

An Employer Identification Number (EIN) is also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number and is used to identify a business entity. Generally, businesses need an EIN. They may apply for an EIN in various ways, and now you can apply online 

• Irs.gov/EIN

Tools to Help Small Businesses Stay on Track with Deadlines and Payments 

Online Tax Calendar 

The online tax calendar shows due dates and actions for each month. Business owners can see all events or filter them by monthly depositor, semi-weekly depositor, excise or general event types. They can also have calendar reminders sent to their email inbox or import the calendar into their calendar program. 

• Irs.gov/taxcalendar

Electronic Federal Tax Payment System 

Businesses can pay their federal taxes online or by phone with EFTPS, a free tax payment system.

• Irs.gov/EFTPS

Educational Video Series Available In Seven Languages 

Small Business Tax Workshop 

A virtual workshop that helps new business owners understand and meet their federal tax obligations. Divided into eight lessons, business owners can choose the lessons that apply to them. 

• Irs.gov/sbworkshop

Small Business Tax News 

e-News Subscriptions

The IRS offers several e-news subscriptions on a variety of tax topics. There are specific e-newsletters for small businesses, payroll professionals, tax professionals, IRS partners and more. 

• Irs.gov/subscribe

Additional Resources 

• Tools & Resources for Small Businesses
• The IRS Industries, Professions and Business Tax Centers
• Small Business Federal Tax Responsibilities
• A Guide to Starting a Small Business
• Free Small Business Virtual Tax Workshop
• Tax Calendar Options for Business and Self-Employed
• Businesses Should Watch Out for Tax-related Scams and Implement Safeguards
• Beware of Tax Credit Scams!