US Insights What are the W-8 series forms and why are they important for non-US persons?
W-8EXP and W-8IMY are usually valid indefinitely provided that the information doesn’t change. W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E, and W-8ECI forms are usually valid for three years or as long as the forms contain correct information. Companies use Form W9 to collect names, addresses, federal tax classification, exemptions, and tax identification numbers (TIN) from W9 contractors, who are…