Independent Contractor Payment Request Form is not intended to be used in lieu of or as a substitute for payroll forms.

Independent Contractor Payment Request Form should be used for the following:

• Consulting fees payable to an individual or organization under an agreement to provide professional services.
• Independent services where individuals or organizations agree to provide services at a stated price or rate.
• Guest lecturers and performer fees.
• Honorary payments made on a special and non-routine basis to an individual that is not an employee of the University to
  recognize outstanding achievement, or acknowledge gratuitous service to the University.

Required Documentation for US Residents

• Completed W9
• Formal signed contract from Legal on file within the Department.
• Payments $1000+ must have the formal signed contract or engagement letter attached to the Independent Contractor Payment Request Form.

Required Documentation for Non-Resident Aliens

• If the payment is exempted by a tax treaty, the non-resident alien must provide the University with a
  completed and signed IRS Form 8233, Instructions for Form 8233.

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