Form W-9
Fill out and sign IRS Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, online for free.
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What is Form W-9?
Form W-9 is how a US person gives their taxpayer identification number to the business that pays them. Clients request it before issuing a 1099, so contractors and freelancers usually complete one at the start of every engagement.
Who needs to file it
- Independent contractors and freelancers invoicing US clients
- Single member LLCs, partnerships and corporations providing services
- Anyone opening an account that reports interest or dividends
How to complete W-9 online
- 1Enter your name and, if different, your business name
- 2Select the federal tax classification that matches your entity
- 3Add your address and taxpayer identification number
- 4Sign, date and download the completed form
PDF Leader is a document tool, not a law or accounting firm, and this page is general information rather than legal or tax advice. Check the current instructions from the Internal Revenue Service before you file.
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Form W-9 is published by the Internal Revenue Service. Always check the issuer's website for the current revision before you submit.
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