Can you print a W-9 tax form for free?

The W-9 form, along with instructions, is available on the Internal Revenue Service website in PDF format to print for free. This form is required for a variety of tax filings, including income tax.

Form W-9 is a Request for Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and Certification. This form is used to provide the correct TIN to the person who is required to file an information return with the IRS. The W-9 form should be used for income paid to the taxpayer, real estate transactions, mortgage interest paid by the taxpayer, acquisition or abandonment of secured property, cancellation of debt, and contributions the taxpayer made to an IRA.