Get the free Form W-8 BEN (Rev. January 2017)

Important Information W8BEN Certification of Foreign Status of Beneficial Owner for United States Tax Withholding and Reporting Effective January 1, 2018, the IRS Notice 201746 requires foreign individuals

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How to fill out form w-8 ben rev

1. Obtain the form W-8 BEN REV from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) website or by contacting the IRS directly.
2. Read through the instructions provided with the form to understand the requirements and eligibility criteria for completing the form.
3. Fill out the personal information section of the form, including your full name, address, country of residence, and tax identification number.
4. Indicate your tax status by selecting the appropriate box that applies to you (e.g., individual, corporation, partnership, etc.).
5. Provide the necessary details about the income for which you are claiming a tax treaty benefit, including the type of income, the treaty article number, and the amount of income.
6. Determine if you are eligible for any special rates or deductions by reviewing the instructions and applicable tax treaties.
7. Sign and date the form W-8 BEN REV to certify the accuracy of the information provided.
8. Submit the completed form to the withholding agent or the requester as instructed in the form's instructions, keeping a copy for your records.

Who needs form w-8 ben rev?

1. Form W-8 BEN REV is typically required by non-U.S. individuals or entities who receive income from U.S. sources
2. It is commonly used by foreign individuals, foreign corporations, foreign partnerships, and foreign governments to establish their foreign status and claim beneficial tax treaty benefits.
3. The form is necessary to certify that the non-U.S. person or entity is not subject to U.S. income tax withholding on the income they receive.

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What is form w-8 ben rev?

Form W-8BEN REV is a form used by non-resident aliens to certify their non-resident status for tax purposes in the U.S.

Who is required to file form w-8 ben rev?

Non-resident aliens who receive income from U.S. sources are required to file Form W-8BEN REV.

How to fill out form w-8 ben rev?

Form W-8BEN REV should be filled out by providing personal information, certification of non-resident status, and signature.

What is the purpose of form w-8 ben rev?

The purpose of Form W-8BEN REV is to establish the non-resident alien status of the individual or entity receiving income from U.S. sources.

What information must be reported on form w-8 ben rev?

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