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FAQsGetting StartedUS Tax Form W-9
IRS Form W-9 is commonly used to collect information from freelancers, independent workers, and other workers who have earned income over $600 and aren’t employed by a company.
When you open a financial account overseas, the institution might require your US Social Security Number, in which case you should complete a Form W-9 to provide them with your taxpayer ID.
How to complete a W-9 Form?
Request a copy of the W-9 Form from your employer or download it directly from the IRS website.
Tips for filling in the form
- Line 1: Enter your legal name, as shown on your tax return or social security card. If you have requested an ITIN, input the name from your W-7.
- Line 2: If you don’t have a business name, leave this blank.
- Line 3a: Check the appropriate box for the legal structure of your business so the IRS knows how to classify your information for tax purposes.
- Lines 5-6: Input your mailing address for IRS correspondence.
- Part I Tax Identification Number (TIN):
- Enter either your Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Social Security Number (SSN) depending on the structure of your business.
- Part II Certification:
- Sign and date the form making sure that the information that you have provided are all accurate.
- If you have a backup withholding for failing to report all interest and dividends on your tax return, you’ll need to cross out Item 2.
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