Instructions for W-4 Form

Form W-4
Form W-4 in Spanish

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Complete only the portion below the dotted line:

1. Enter you name and address.

2. Enter your social security number.

3. Check one of the status box. The form will be considered incomplete and will be returned to you.

4. Enter the number of allowances you are claiming. If you claim 10 or more allowances, your W-4 will be reported to the IRS.

5. If you want an additional amount taken out of each paycheck, put down the desired amount in line #6.

6. If you are exempt, write "exempt" in line #7. You do not need to fill out boxes 3, 4, or 5 if you are exempt.

7. Sign, Date and Return to the Payroll Office.

Payroll Box 355655 A Division of Financial Management payroll@u.washington.edu Modified: April 8, 2005

University of Washington 3903 Brooklyn Ave. NE Seattle, WA 98105 Office (206)543-9202 Fax (206)543-8137 Box 355655 Hours: 8am - 5pm