Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Form 6166 and Form 8802 for US Residency Certification
Form 6166: Requesting a Certificate of Residency
To claim income tax treaty benefits, non-US citizens and residents residing in the United States may request a Certificate of Residency (Form 6166) from the Philadelphia Accounts Management of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Form 6166 provides evidence of US residency for income tax purposes in accordance with tax treaties between the US and other countries.
Form 8802: Application for US Residency Certification
Form 8802, Application for US Residency Certification, is used to request Form 6166. The form includes information about the applicant's personal details, residency status, and income tax related information. Form 8802 also includes instructions on how to file for residency certification and provides details on recent updates and related forms.
Process for Obtaining Residency Certification
To obtain residency certification, individuals should follow these steps:
- Gather required documents, including passport, visa, and tax-related information.
- Complete Form 8802 and provide supporting documentation.
- Submit Form 8802 to the IRS Philadelphia Accounts Management office.
- Wait for IRS processing and issuance of Form 6166.
Individuals who need assistance with the process can contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit the IRS website for more information.
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