What is a W-8BEN form UK?

A W-8BEN form means we can claim a US tax reduction for you on your dividends and interest from US shares . Withholding tax rates can be reduced from 30% to 15%, or to 0% if your shares are held in a SIPP. All clients who want to trade US shares need to submit a W-8BEN.

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How do I use w-8BEN?

Give Form W-8BEN to the person requesting it before the payment is made to you, credited to your account, or allocated . If you do not provide this form, the withholding agent may have to withhold at the 30% rate (under chapters 3 and 4), backup withholding rate, or the rate applicable under section 1446.

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