The W-8BEN form is an IRS document required for non-U.S. individuals who receive interest, dividends or other income from U.S. sources. The form, also known as the Certificate of Foreign Status of ...

Tax Day is approaching, and soon it will be time to begin assembling forms. If you haven't looked at them yet, all those numbers and letters – W-2, W-9, 1099 – can easily overwhelm you. Some forms are ...

As the tax filing deadline of April 18 approaches, you may be searching for your W-2 form. Taxpayers have been able to file taxes since late January, and your employer should have issued your W-2 form ...

The IRS continues to roll out drafts of some 2026 tax forms, including a draft of Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification. Here’s a look at what’s new—and why it matters ...

A W-2 form is a crucial document you need when filing your taxes. This form contains all the relevant information about your income that you’ll need when preparing your tax return. When you earn wages ...

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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 ...