How To Fill Out A W4?

Download and open IRS Form W-4 (2024 or current year)

Enter your name, address, Social Security number, and filing status (if shown)

Follow Step 1: Enter your filing status (Single, Married filing jointly, Married filing separately, Head of household) as applicable

Follow Step 2 (if applicable): Enter multiple jobs/working spouse information

Follow Step 3 (if applicable): Enter dependents and other qualifying credits/amounts as instructed

Follow Step 4 (if applicable): Enter other income and/or deductions you want withheld from each paycheck

Follow Step 5 (if applicable): Enter any additional withholding amount you want taken out per paycheck

Complete Step 6 (Sign and date): Sign and date the form

Submit the completed W-4 to your employer and keep a copy for your records

Re-check for accuracy and completeness before submitting

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