W-8 Form Guide
Step-by-step W-8BEN for non-US residents before payouts.
W-8BEN Key Points
- 1. Name: match passport/account
- 2. Citizenship: your passport country
- 5. Address: English format
- 6. Date of birth
- 9. SSN/ITIN: usually N/A for non-residents
- 10. Some firms pre-fill; review and sign
Sign with today's date; some firms require a handwritten signature upload.
Common Mistakes
- Filling W-9 instead (US residents only)
- Non-English address rejected
- Entering an ID number in the tax ID field
- Signature mismatch
Errors delay payouts for days — double-check every field.
Information compiled from public sources and subject to change — always confirm with the official website.
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