*Request an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Texas requires that you have an EIN, also known as a federal tax identification number, which is used to identify businesses for tax purposes. Apply online for an EIN at [https://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/How-to-Apply-for-an-EIN https://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/How-to-Apply-for-an-EIN].
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==Misc. information on forms and fees==
'''Payment Methods'''
*Cash (for in-person submissions only)
==Common Forms and Fees==
*'''Certificate of Fact''' - $15
*'''Certificate of formation for a Texas entity (except nonprofit corporation, cooperative association, PA or LP). Forms: 201, 203, 205, 206''' - $300
*'''Certificate of formation for a Texas nonprofit corporation (form 202) or cooperative association (no form provided)''' - $25
*'''Registration or renewal as a Texas limited liability partnership or LLLP. Forms: 701, 703''' - $200 per partner
*'''Foreign entity application for registration (except nonprofit corporation, LLP, cooperative association, or credit union). Forms: 301, 303, 304, 305, 306, 309, 311, 312, 313)''' - $750
*'''Name reservation (120 days) or renewal. Form: 501''' - $40
*'''Expedited processing of a document submitted for filing (except trademark documents)''' - $25
*'''Expedited processing of a request for a certified copy or certificate of status or fact''' - $10
*'''Application for Registration of Trademark. Form: 901''' - $50 per class
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