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UPDATED INFORMATION FOR USERS OF FORM W8BENE USE OF FORM W8BEN (REVISION DATE FEBRUARY 2006) BEFORE JANUARY 1, 2015, The Form W8BENE reflects changes made by the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act

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1. Step 1: Enter your name, address, and country of citizenship in Part I of the form.
2. Step 2: Provide your taxpayer identification number (TIN) or social security number (SSN) in Part II of the form.
3. Step 3: Indicate your tax classification in Part III of the form. This will determine the type of income you need to report and the withholding rate that applies to you.
4. Step 4: Complete Part IV if you are claiming a tax treaty benefit. Provide information about the treaty and the specific article that applies to reduce the withholding rate.
5. Step 5: Sign and date the form in Part VIII to certify that the information provided is correct and to the best of your knowledge.
6. Step 6: Submit the completed W-8BEN form to the withholding agent or payer.
7. Step 7: Keep a copy of the form for your records.

Who needs w-8ben - irsgov?

1. Non-U.S. individuals or entities who are receiving income from U.S. sources may need to fill out Form W-8BEN.
2. Foreign individuals who are earning income in the U.S. but are not subject to U.S. tax laws, or who are eligible for a reduced rate of tax withholding under an applicable tax treaty, require this form.
3. Foreign investors, foreign contractors, and foreign employees who receive payments from U.S. sources also need to fill out this form.

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What is w-8ben - irsgov?

Form W-8BEN is used by foreign individuals to declare their non-U.S. status and claim that they are the beneficial owner of income for tax treaty benefits when receiving income from U.S. sources.

Who is required to file w-8ben - irsgov?

Non-U.S. individuals and entities receiving income from U.S. sources may be required to file Form W-8BEN with the IRS.

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Form W-8BEN must be completed with accurate information including name, address, tax identification number, country of residence, and treaty benefits claimed.

What is the purpose of w-8ben - irsgov?

The purpose of Form W-8BEN is to establish the foreign status of the individual or entity receiving income from U.S. sources and to claim any tax treaty benefits that may apply.

What information must be reported on w-8ben - irsgov?

Form W-8BEN requires information such as name, address, tax identification number, country of residence, and certification of foreign status.