This article is for information only and is not tax advice.
This article explains what Sprintax Forms is and how it differs from your tax return. It's for anyone who starts a job in the United States and needs to tell their US employer how to tax their US income.
What is Sprintax Forms?
Sprintax Forms is a service that prepares pre-employment tax forms. You give these forms to your US employer so that your employer knows how to correctly tax your US income.
Which forms does Sprintax Forms prepare?
Sprintax Forms prepares the forms in the following table.
| Form | What it does | Who you give it to |
|---|---|---|
| Form W-4 | Tells your employer how much federal income tax to withhold from your pay. | Your employer |
| Form 8233 | Claims a tax treaty exemption from withholding on pay for personal services that you perform in the United States. | Your employer or another withholding agent |
| Form W-8BEN | Certifies your foreign status and lets you claim tax treaty benefits on certain types of US income. | The payer of the income |
Is Sprintax Forms part of my tax return?
No. Sprintax Forms is a separate service. It has no relation to your federal tax return, your state tax return, or your FICA refund claim form. Sprintax Forms prepares forms for your employer. Sprintax Returns prepares your tax returns.
When do I need Sprintax Forms?
Use Sprintax Forms when you start a job in the United States and your employer asks you for pre-employment tax forms. These forms help determine how much tax your employer withholds from your pay. If you complete the forms incorrectly, you can pay more tax than you need to.
How does Sprintax Forms work?
To prepare your forms, follow these steps:
Enter your name and email address.
Complete the online questionnaire.
Receive your forms.
Give the forms to your employer.