| Situation | EIN Needed? |
|---|---|
| Applying for a USDOT number & MC number | ✅ Yes |
| Registering for IFTA or IRP | ✅ Yes |
| Filing taxes as an S-corp or LLC | ✅ Yes |
| Operating under a DBA | ✅ Yes |
| Buying insurance or leasing on to a carrier | ✅ Sometimes |
Example For Trucking Business Setup (Common Scenarios)
Oct. 4, 2025, 12:48 p.m.
Example For Trucking Business Setup (Common Scenarios)
