FAQ

Tax Information

What do I need to know about taxes on my royalties?

What tax information can Xlibris provide for me?

When does Xlibris mail the 1099-MISC or 1042-S?

How do I file Form W-7 with the IRS (to obtain an ITIN)?

How do I know if my country has a tax treaty with the United States that allows me to claim a lower rate of withholding?

I am an international author, what do I need to do regarding the tax forms and ID numbers?

I cannot locate my 1099-MISC form, how can I request a copy?

I opted-out of submitting my tax information. Why does Xlibris continue?

I submitted a Form W-9 or a Form W-8BEN in the past. Why am I being asked for it again?

If I was paid under 10 in royalties do I have to report it on my income tax?

If my company should receive the royalties instead of me as the author, what do I need to do?

My company W-9 was accidentally added to my individual account or vice versa. How can I correct this?

The amount on my 1099-MISC form doesn’t match the royalty I received; what is wrong?

The Recipient address on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?

The Recipients Identification Number on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?

The Recipients name on my 1099-MISC form is incorrect, what do I do?

What if I don't have an EIN?

What if I don't have an ITIN?

What if there is an error on the 1099-MISC form Is it too late to make changes?

What is a 1099-MISC form?

When will Xlibris post Quarter 4 royalties so I can complete my income tax return?

Where can I find more information about my tax forms?

Who will receive a 1099-MISC form?

Why didn't I get a 1099-MISC this year?

Why is the income stated on my 1099-MISC or 1042-S form not equal to the sum of my royalty?

Why isn't there a Recipients Identification Number on my 1099-MISC form?