Download the IRS W-9 form (Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification)
Enter your name (as shown on your tax returns)
Enter your business name (if different from your name)
Check the appropriate federal tax classification box (Individual/sole proprietor, C-Corp, S-Corp, Partnership, Trust/estate, LLC, Other)
If you are an LLC, enter the tax classification (single-member/sole proprietor or corporation/partnership) in the appropriate section
Enter your exempt payee status if applicable (and check the correct box if required)
Enter your address (street, city, state, ZIP)
Enter your Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
Use the correct TIN type:
Social Security Number (SSN) for individuals/sole proprietors
Employer Identification Number (EIN) for businesses/other entities
Leave the TIN field blank only if instructed by the form’s instructions (generally do not leave it blank)
If the form requests a “Requester” name and address section, fill it in if provided by the requester
Review the certification section
Sign and date the form in the certification area
Print your name where required
Submit the completed W-9 to the requester (the business or person who requested it) using their preferred method