*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].
'''Payment Methods'''
Fees may be paid by:
*Check (personal or firm checks accepted) or money order payable to the Secretary of State through a U.S. Bank or financial institution
*Credit card (Credit card payments are subject to an additional statutory convenience fee of 2.7% of amount charged.)
*LegalEaseSM debit card
*Prefunded SOS client account
*Cash (for in-person submissions only)
==Common Forms and Fees==
*'''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
'''Payment Methods'''
Fees may be paid by:
*Check (personal or firm checks accepted) or money order payable to the Secretary of State through a U.S. Bank or financial institution
*Credit card (Credit card payments are subject to an additional statutory convenience fee of 2.7% of amount charged.)
*LegalEaseSM debit card
*Prefunded SOS client account
*Cash (for in-person submissions only)
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