Form W-9 definition
Examples of Form W-9 in a sentence
An individual or entity (Form W-9 requester) who is required to file an information return with the IRS must obtain your correct taxpayer identification number (TIN) which may be your social security number (SSN), individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN), adoption taxpayer identification number (ATIN), or employer identification number (EIN), to report on an information return the amount paid to you, or other amount reportable on an information return.
To establish to the withholding agent that you are a U.S. person, or resident alien, sign Form W-9.
If you do not return Form W-9 to the requester with a TIN, you might be subject to backup withholding.
Upon request of the Company, the Holder shall provide the Company with an Internal Revenue Service Form W-9 or other similar withholding certificate of a State, local or foreign governmental authority such that the Company may make payments under the Note without deduction for, or at a reduced rate of deduction for, any tax.
In addition, you must furnish a new Form W-9 if the name or TIN changes for the account; for example, if the grantor of a grantor trust dies.