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The IRS requires a flat 30% withholding on ALL types of payments to foreign national individuals UNLESS: The individual has a U.S. tax identification number (SSN or ITIN) and qualifies for a tax reduction under the tax treaty between the U.S. and their country of tax residency.
Today, it's possible to hire independent contractors from any part of the world, thanks to improvements in technology and communications. It's a great idea to consider Mexico if you're looking to expand your team. Its proximity and strong economic ties to the US are definite advantages.
You would enter the information on Schedule 1 (Form 1040) Additional Income and Adjustments to Income, Line 8 as an ordinary gain or (loss).
To report foreign dividend or interest income, enter the information as though you had received a Form 1099-DIV Dividends and Distributions or Form 1099-INT Interest Income, but leave off the Payer's Federal Identification Number.
Form W-8BEN or W-8BEN-E: Foreign contractors who are not U.S. citizens and have earned US-sourced income or performed work within the United States must provide Form W-8BEN (for individuals) or Form W-8BEN-E (for business entities).
If you were a self-employed individual working abroad, you would still report your self-employment earnings and expenses on Schedule C (Form 1040) Profit or Loss From Business. To access Schedule C in the TaxAct program, go to our Schedule C - Entering Sole Proprietorship in Program FAQ.
Self-employment Tax: Even though the Canadian company doesn't issue a 1099,you are still responsible for reporting all your income, including this, on your US tax return.