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Form W-4 (Official IRS, 2026)

Official 2026 IRS Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Certificate. The new hire fills in Steps 1–4 and signs; the employer then completes the Employers Only box.

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1. Signers

Signers

Signing order: Employee → Employer. Each signer is invited after the previous one signs.

1. Employee
2. Employer

You place fields for any new signer on the next screen.

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The signature, date and every IRS box are already placed on the official form. You can review and adjust them before sending.

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Source: official IRS form from irs.gov. Fields are placed on the IRS boxes; the signer fills them in.

How to use this Form W-4 (Official IRS, 2026) template

  1. Enter the employee and the employer signer.
  2. Review the fields on the official IRS form, then send.
  3. The employee fills in Steps 1–4 and signs.
  4. The employer completes the Employers Only box; both get the PDF.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this the official IRS W-4?

Yes. It is the current 2026 Form W-4 from irs.gov, with our signing fields placed on the IRS boxes.

Who fills in the W-4?

The employee completes Steps 1–4 and signs Step 5. The employer completes the "Employers Only" box. The employer keeps it; it is not sent to the IRS.

Can a W-4 be signed electronically?

Yes, employers may set up an electronic W-4 system that meets IRS requirements (see Treas. Reg. 31.3402(f)(5)-1(c)). Check with your payroll or tax professional.