W-9 Directions
Dear Academic Appointee:
Please read these instructions prior to filling out your W-9.
These are the ONLY fields you need to fill out:
- Name – PLEASE USE THE SAME NAME ON YOUR EFT/EFT-WAIVER
- Checkbox Individual/sole proprietor
- Address – THIS WILL BE USED TO MAIL YOUR TAX DOCUMENTS
- City, state, and ZIP code
- Social security number
- BE SURE TO SIGN BY HAND AND DATE
Please be sure to write legibly or enter the data digitally.
Remember, you MUST sign the form manually (by hand) - digital signatures cannot be accepted.
If you have any questions while filling this out, please contact OFI at 202.633.7070.