Former H1-B holder and W8-BEN
Hi, I used to work in NYC (on a H1-B visa) and have accumulated about $20000 in my company's 401K account but have since moved back to Canada (I'm a Canadian citizen). I have requested a withdrawal of the full amount and I just received a request to fill out the W8-BEN form by the Bank of NY (I guess they are the payment administrator on the 401K plan). I was wondering if I need to complete the form and send it back to them before they will issue my check? I do intend to be responsible for all the taxes, but I need the proceeds quite soon as it is for a down payment on a home. Does anyone know what the process is?
Thanks much
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