IRS TIN Matching
Match TINs before you file
Verify each payee's name and TIN against IRS records before filing a 1099 — pay per check, no subscription. Catch typos and wrong numbers early, before they become rejections or B-notices.
Checks against IRS recordsAvoid B-notices & backup withholdingEncrypted & secure
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What you'll need
- Your business name, address, and EIN (the requester).
- Each payee's legal name and TIN/SSN exactly as it should appear on file with the IRS.
Frequently asked questions
- What is IRS TIN matching?
- TIN matching checks a payee's name and Taxpayer Identification Number (SSN or EIN) against IRS records before you file. A match means the pair is on file with the IRS; a mismatch flags a likely typo or wrong number.
- Why match TINs before filing a 1099?
- Filing with a name/TIN that doesn't match IRS records causes rejections and CP2100 'B-notices,' which can trigger backup withholding. Matching first catches those errors cheaply, before they become a filing problem.
- Do I need a subscription?
- No — LedgerHelm File is pay-per-check. Sign in with Google, add the names and TINs you want to verify, pay, and we submit the request to the IRS.
- How fast are results?
- TIN matching is asynchronous — the IRS returns results shortly after submission. We email you as soon as your results are ready, and you can see matched vs. mismatched TINs from your filings.