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Form W8BEN Certificate of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding (Rev. February 2006) Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service OMB No. 15451621 Section references

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How to fill out w-8eci or w-8imy:

1. Download the form: You can obtain the W-8ECI or W-8IMY form from the official IRS website or through authorized tax software.
2. Provide your personal information: Fill out your name, address, and taxpayer identification number (TIN) in the appropriate fields on the form.
3. Determine your tax status: Determine whether you are an individual (W-8ECI) or an entity (W-8IMY) for tax purposes.
4. Claim tax treaty benefits (if applicable): If you are eligible for any tax treaty benefits, state the country and the article or paragraph number that grants the benefit. Submit any required supporting documentation, such as a residency certificate or a permanent establishment declaration.
5. Provide exempt status details (if applicable): If you are claiming exempt status, describe the basis for your claim and provide any necessary documentation to support it.
6. Sign and date the form: Once you have completed all the relevant sections, sign and date the form accordingly. If you are completing the form on behalf of an entity, include your title or capacity and provide the entity's name and address in the appropriate section.
7. Submit the form: Submit the filled-out W-8ECI or W-8IMY form to the appropriate withholding agent, such as a bank or financial institution, as requested. Keep a copy of the form for your records.

Who needs w-8eci or w-8imy:

1. Non-U.S. individuals receiving income from U.S. sources: If you are a foreign individual earning income from U.S. sources and are claiming an exemption or reduced withholding tax rate under a tax treaty, you will need to fill out a W-8ECI.
2. Foreign entities with U.S. investments or income: If you are a foreign entity, such as a corporation, partnership, or trust, that has investments or receives income from U.S. sources, you may need to fill out a W-8IMY to establish your tax status and claim any applicable tax benefits.
3. Individuals or entities subject to U.S. withholding tax: If you are subject to U.S. withholding tax on your U.S. source income, providing a completed W-8ECI or W-8IMY form to the withholding agent can help ensure the correct withholding tax rate is applied and avoid overpayments or underpayments.
4. Withholding agents: From the perspective of withholding agents, they may require individuals or entities to fill out a W-8ECI or W-8IMY to properly identify and classify the non-U.S. person and fulfill their reporting and withholding obligations under U.S. tax regulations.

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What is w-8eci or w-8imy?

W-8ECI is a form for claiming tax treaty benefits as a non-US person earning effectively connected income in the US. W-8IMY is a form for a foreign intermediary, foreign flow-through entity, or certain U.S. branches.

Who is required to file w-8eci or w-8imy?

Non-US persons earning effectively connected income in the US are required to file W-8ECI. Foreign intermediaries, flow-through entities, or certain US branches are required to file W-8IMY.

How to fill out w-8eci or w-8imy?

Both forms require the entity to provide identifying information, claim treaty benefits if applicable, and certify the accuracy of the information provided.

What is the purpose of w-8eci or w-8imy?

The purpose is to certify the tax status of the entity and claim any available tax treaty benefits.

What information must be reported on w-8eci or w-8imy?

Information such as the entity's name, address, country of residence, tax identification number, and eligibility for tax treaty benefits must be reported.