Taxes

Learn about taxation on Scholars.

Does Scholars pay my taxes for me?

No. Scholars does not deduct taxes from your payments.

You, as the independent contractor, are responsible and accountable for fulfilling your local tax regulations.

What forms must I fill when accepting an offer?

This may vary from offer to offer. Please see the following page for more on how to accept a job offer:

Accept or reject a job offer

And the following page for how to fulfill compliance requirements (such as tax forms):

Compliance requirements

Generally, if you are a US citizen or permanent resident, you will be asked to fill a W9. If you are a non-US citizen or not a US resident, then you may be required to fill a W8-BEN.

Other frequently asked questions

Can I work on Scholars through my business?

No. You may only work on Scholars personally.