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W-4 Employee Withholding Certificate Guide

Instructions for completing IRS Form W-4 to ensure the correct amount of federal income tax is withheld from your paycheck.

Instructions

Step 1 — Personal Info: Enter your name, address, SSN, and filing status

Step 2 — Multiple Jobs: Complete this step if you or your spouse work multiple jobs (use the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator)

Step 3 — Dependents: Claim $2,000 per qualifying child and $500 per other dependent

Step 4 — Other Adjustments: Enter other income (interest, dividends), deductions above the standard deduction, and any extra withholding per pay period

Step 5 — Sign: Sign and date the form

Submit: Give the completed W-4 to your employer (do NOT send to the IRS)

Tip: Use the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator at irs.gov to determine the right amount of withholding. Update your W-4 when you get married, have a child, or experience other life changes.