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This form is used by individuals and entities to certify their taxpayer identification number (TIN) and to establish their U.S. person status for federal tax purposes. It provides the IRS with necessary information to report payments made to individuals or entities, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
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Obtain a blank W-9 form from the IRS website or request one from the requester.
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Fill in your name as shown on your income tax return.
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Enter your business name if applicable (this is optional).
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Select the appropriate federal tax classification (individual, corporation, partnership, etc.).
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Enter your address (number, street, city, state, and ZIP code).
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Provide your taxpayer identification number (TIN), which can be your Social Security Number (SSN) or Employer Identification Number (EIN).
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If applicable, enter any account numbers associated with the requester.
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Sign and date the form to certify that the information provided is correct.

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Individuals and entities that are required to provide their TIN to another party for various tax-related purposes.
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Freelancers and independent contractors who are paid $600 or more in a year.
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Banks and other financial institutions for opening an account.
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Businesses that are required to report payments made to the IRS.
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Form W-9 is a request for taxpayer identification number and certification used in the United States by businesses to collect tax identification information from individuals, sole proprietors, and entities.
Individuals or entities that are required to provide their taxpayer identification number to another business or person, typically freelancers, contractors, and vendors, must file W-9.
To fill out Form W-9, provide your name, business name (if applicable), address, taxpayer identification number (Social Security Number or Employer Identification Number), and certify that the information is correct and complete.
The purpose of Form W-9 is to provide a reliable way for businesses to obtain correct taxpayer information for tax reporting and compliance purposes.
The information that must be reported on W-9 includes the name of the individual or business, business name (if applicable), address, taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN), and signature.
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