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Form W-9 — Request for Taxpayer Identification Number
Form W-9 is used by a business to request your correct taxpayer identification number (SSN, EIN, or ITIN) so they can report payments made to you to the IRS — most commonly used for independent contractors and freelancers. Fill it out directly in your browser and download the completed PDF; nothing is uploaded to a server. FileKit is not affiliated with the IRS, USCIS, or any government agency. This is the official current form, provided for your convenience — always verify you're using the latest version at the source link below before submitting.
How to fill out W-9
- 1Fill in your name, business name (if any), and federal tax classification.
- 2Enter your address and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
- 3Download the completed PDF, then sign and date it before sending it to the requester.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs to fill out a W-9?
Anyone asked by a business or client to provide their taxpayer ID number — typically independent contractors, freelancers, and vendors — fills out a W-9 and gives it directly to the requester (not to the IRS).
Is my information uploaded anywhere when I fill this out?
No — the form is filled entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you type is sent to FileKit's servers or anywhere else.
Do I need to sign the PDF after downloading?
Yes — Form W-9 requires a signature and date, which you can add using FileKit's Sign PDF tool or by printing and signing by hand.
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