> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.bolto.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Preparing to Onboard

> The information Bolto needs to set up your company, and where to find it.

## Bring to the call

* **Legal company name and address**
* **Incorporation date and state**
* **Entity type**: C-corp, S-corp, LLC, and so on. How you're taxed matters for payroll setup.
* **Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)**: see below for where to find it
* **Industry (NAICS) code**: see below
* **Number of employees** you'll pay, and which states they work in
* **Your bank account** for funding payroll: either your online banking login to link it through Plaid, or your routing and account numbers
* **Who your authorized signer is**: the officer who signs tax filings and agreements for the company. Usually a founder. This is a detail on your company record, not a separate login.
* **If you're migrating**: admin login for your current payroll provider. See [Migrating from another provider](/get-started/migrating).

You don't need state tax accounts before the call. Bolto registers you in each state after you add an employee there. If you already have state account numbers from a previous provider, bring them and we'll enter them.

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## Finding your FEIN

Your FEIN (also called an EIN) is the number the IRS uses to identify your business. You'll find it on:

* The IRS letter you received when the number was issued (CP 575), or a replacement letter (147C)
* Past business tax returns
* The paperwork you used to open your business bank account

Your accountant or previous payroll provider will also have it. Don't guess. A wrong FEIN delays setup and can send tax deposits to the wrong account.

## Finding your NAICS code

A NAICS code is a six-digit industry code used by tax agencies. Search the NAICS website for your industry, or ask your accountant.

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## Common questions

**Our company doesn't have a phone number. What should I put?**<br />An admin's work number or a virtual phone number.

**We don't have a business bank account yet.**<br />You will need to open one before the call. Payroll is debited from a company account, not a personal one.

**Can my cofounder join the call?**<br />Yes. Bring anyone who will run payroll or needs admin access. We'll set up their accounts too.

**How long does setup take after the call?**<br />Typically within an hour for a new payroll customer. 2 to 6 weeks if you're migrating from another provider, because we carry over your payroll history.

**What happens on the call?**<br />We enter your company information, confirm the authorized signer, connect your bank account, sign the agreements, and plan your first payroll date.


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