W-8ECI

[Marcello2]

Hello everyone, 

I started hosting this month and I have a question about taxes forms. I was requested by AirBNB to provide tax informations by filling out specific forms depending on my status. 

there are 3 options:

- W9 for american citizens

-W8ECI for non american citizens with a US taxpayer identification number

-W8BEN for non american citizens without a US taxpayer identification number

I'm an italian citizen with a regular social security number through the company I co-own that is not connected to the hosting.

I think I should fill out W8ECI, but by doing some research online it appears this form must be completed in case the income it refers to, is connected to a trade or business.

Also, if I try to fill out the W8ECI on air bnb website, I'm asked to specify any income element connected to the conduct of a trade or business in the US. Should I just say "none" here?

Thank you in advance for your help

Marcello

[Clare0]

My best guess for you @Marcello2 is to contact the IRS to sort out your situation.  They are best source of tax related info.  Good Luck!

[Maria-Lurdes0]

Just a point of clarity as a Canadian living in the US - the W9 is not just for citizens, but also for legal residents.   Thank goodness I'm legal or the Red Haired monster running for office would kick me out 🙂

[Wilka0]

@Marcello2 Were you able to get an answer to this question?

I don't know whether I should fill out the W8BEN or W8ECI.

I am a French national on an H1B visa.

[Luis105]

I am in the same situation, please let me know if you figure something out!

[Alejandra192]

@Marcello2 @Wilka0 Hi, Did any of you solve this?

[Marcello2]

Hi Alejandra and Wilka,

I had to relocate shortly after and stopped hosting so I never investigated further.

[Paolo1135]

I am in the same situation, please let me know