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 ...

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 ...

For those who may be unaware and who hold Resmed (RMD) and or News (NWS), your dividends will be taxed by the USA at 30% instead of 15% unless you complete a form W-8BEN for each company. Furthermore ...