Form W-8BEN

A form used to certify that a shareowner is not a US citizen, claim that they are the beneficial owner of the income and if applicable, claim a reduced rate of, or exemption from, withholding as a resident of a foreign country with which the US has an income tax treaty. Foreigners are subject to US tax at a 30% rate on income they receive from several US sources including dividends. A complete description can be found at www.irs.gov

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