ZenBusiness Banking Verification Documents FAQ

This article details the various documents that can be provided to verify information needed to open a ZenBusiness Banking account.

Updated over a week ago

EIN Verification

Question: What documents can I upload to verify my Employee Identification Number (EIN)?

A few documents can be used to verify your EIN:

  • EIN Confirmation letter - this is mailed to you (IRS Form CP 575)

  • IRS Form 147c (if you’ve requested verification of your EIN from the IRS)

  • Other official notices from the IRS

Can’t find your EIN document? The IRS can help.

Address Verification

Question: What documents can I upload to verify my address?

You can verify your address by providing a statement from an established third party that shows your address.

Commonly uploaded documents include:

  • Utility bill

  • Bank statement

  • Lease agreement

  • Current paystub

Nationality Verification

Question: What documents can I upload to verify my nationality?

You can verify your nationality by providing a government-issued ID, including:

  • Driver’s license or State ID

  • Passport

SSN Verification

Question: What documents can I upload to verify my Social Security Number (SSN)?

You can verify your Social Security Number (SSN) by uploading one of these documents:

  • Social Security card (Photo only, can't be scanned)

  • Tax return showing your SSN (Must show entire SSN, can't be obfuscated and be within the last 2 years)

  • W-2 from work (Must show entire SSN, can't be obfuscated)

Certificate of Incorporation

Question: What documents can I upload for my Certificate of Incorporation?

A Certification of Incorporation is a legal document that tells the state your company's information. You need one of these forms to register your business with the state.

Other names for it:

  • Articles of Incorporation

  • Articles of Association

  • Corporate Charter

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