You can fill out this same form in the future if your situation changes and you want to amend the request by selecting a different withholding amount or discontinuing the withholding.

Who Needs to Fill Form W-9? The most common reason for filling out Form W-9 is having income paid to you that you didn’t receive as an employee.

Freelancers and independent contractors have to fill out Form W-9 for their employers and clients. Here’s what to do and how to fill out the form.