Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Admitted NY Bar and US Tax Court, covers US international tax law. Using the correct IRS form (W-9 for U.S. persons and W-8BEN for ...

IRS forms W-8 and W-9 serve distinct purposes in the tax system and are used by different groups to fulfill their tax obligations. A W-8 form is typically required ...

When you receive payments from someone other than an employer, you might be required to fill out and submit IRS Form W-9 — a form that provides your legal name, tax ID number and entity type so the ...

Form W-9 is needed when earning non-employment income for tax reporting purposes. A proper W-9 must include TIN, your name, tax classification, and address, signed under oath. Provide W-9 forms safely ...