IRS Notice CP575: Your new EIN
Quick answerThe IRS assigned your business an Employer Identification Number (EIN). This is the original EIN confirmation.
Letter / noticeCP575
MeaningYour new EIN
Action needed?Yes — see steps
What happens next
Keep it permanently. If you lose it, ask the IRS for Letter 147C.
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What you should do
- Store a copy safely
- Use the exact legal name shown on the notice
Scam check: the IRS first contacts you by mail. Use only the phone numbers printed on your letter or on IRS.gov — never ones from a text, email or unofficial site.
Frequently asked questions
What does IRS Notice CP575 mean?
The IRS assigned your business an Employer Identification Number (EIN). This is the original EIN confirmation.
What should I do?
Store a copy safely Use the exact legal name shown on the notice
How long does it take?
Keep it permanently. If you lose it, ask the IRS for Letter 147C.
Sources
- IRS: Understanding your IRS notice or letter
- IRS: Get Transcript
- Taxpayer Advocate Service (independent help inside the IRS)
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By the TranscriptCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 2026-11-12.