A W-8 form from the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows non-US individuals and businesses to confirm that they are not a US taxpayer. There are different variations of the W-8 form, each of which serves a different purpose. When you opt to complete a W-8 form via Stripe Express, a suggested form will be selected and pre-filled for you, based on the information you have already provided about your business.
If you are not a US taxpayer and do not have a distinct US entity (with an Employer Identification Number) for your business, a W-8 form may be the correct choice of form for you. We strongly recommend confirming this choice with your tax advisor before finalising your decision.
This article is neither legal advice nor tax advice. We recommend that you speak to your tax advisor if you have any questions or concerns related to tax reporting.