W-8BEN
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For non-US individuals. Examples: Upwork freelancers, AdSense publishers, Amazon KDP authors.
For non-US entities. Examples: offshore LLCs, agencies, foreign startups.
For US persons or companies. Examples: US contractors, US LLCs, US creators.
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Form W-8BEN is used by non-US individuals to certify foreign status and claim tax treaty benefits on US-source income. It is commonly requested by US clients, marketplaces, and payment platforms.
Form W-8BEN-E is the entity version of the W-8 series. Foreign companies, partnerships, and trusts use it to certify Chapter 3 status, FATCA classification, and GIIN/FTIN information.
Form W-9 is for US individuals and entities to provide their legal name, federal tax classification, and TIN (SSN or EIN). Payers use it to issue 1099s and other information returns.
| Form | Who uses it | What it certifies | When to refresh |
|---|---|---|---|
| W-8BEN | Non-US individuals earning US-source income | Foreign status, treaty article, beneficial owner certification | Every 3 years or when residency/name changes |
| W-8BEN-E | Foreign entities, partnerships, trusts | Chapter 3 & 4 status, GIIN/FTIN, limitation on benefits | Every 3 years or when FATCA status changes |
| W-9 | US individuals and entities | US person certification, TIN matching, backup withholding status | When legal name, classification, or TIN changes |
Non-US individuals use W-8BEN to certify foreign status and claim treaty benefits on US-source income. It is commonly required by US clients and platforms.
Foreign entities such as companies, partnerships, and trusts use W-8BEN-E to certify Chapter 3 status and FATCA classification.
US individuals and entities use W-9 to provide their legal name, tax classification, and TIN so payers can issue 1099s.
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Provide a foreign TIN if it is legally required in your country. If not required, you can indicate that on the form.