Form W-4 — fill out online or download
Employee's Withholding Certificate.
How it works
Form W-4 tells your employer how much federal income tax to withhold from your paycheck. New employees fill it out when starting a job, and you can submit a new one whenever your situation changes. Fill the current official IRS template below in your browser or download the blank PDF.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I update my W-4?
After life changes that affect your taxes: marriage, a new child, a second job or big income changes.
Do I send the W-4 to the IRS?
No — you give it to your employer, who uses it to calculate withholding.
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