Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use this form to provide your tax information to clients and ensure you are paid correctly as an independent contractor.
This is a standardized way for you to provide your tax information and identification number to companies that are paying you for your services.
Who it's for
This process is for independent contractors who are working with companies based in the United States.
What you get
By completing this, you provide a formal, standardized way to give your tax details to your clients. This ensures that the companies paying you have the correct information to report to the government.
What it costs you
There is no fee to complete this. It is a one-page document that requires a minimal amount of your time to fill out.
The catch to know
If you operate through an LLC, make sure you provide your business address rather than your home address to keep your professional and personal information separate.
How to apply
- Obtain the official form from the relevant government body.
- Fill in your legal name and your taxpayer identification number.
- Select your tax classification.
- Sign and return the completed document to the client requesting it.