The W-8BEN form is an IRS document required for non-U.S. individuals who receive interest, dividends or other income from U.S. sources. The form, also known as the Certificate of Foreign Status of ...

Kelly Phillips Erb is a Forbes senior writer who covers tax. Our records indicate that you are a Non-Resident Alien and sometime in the past submitted a form W-8BEN for your Tax exemption status and ...

Foreign individuals use IRS Form W-8BEN to certify their non-U.S. status and claim benefits such as reduced withholding rates that may be available because of an income tax treaty. The form helps ...