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Form 13920: Directed Withholding and Deposit Verification
IRS Form 13920 is the Directed Withholding and Deposit Verification used by withholding agents to confirm deposits of taxes withheld from U.S. source income of foreign persons; filing is voluntary and the average completion time is 20 minutes.
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IRS Form 13920 - Directed Withholding and Deposit Verification
IRS Form 13920 is the Directed Withholding and Deposit Verification used by withholding agents to confirm deposits of taxes withheld from U.S. source income of foreign persons; filing is voluntary and the average completion time is 20 minutes.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Providing false or fraudulent information may subject you to penalties.
- 2Leaving the settlement amount field blank prevents verification of the withheld tax.
- 3Failing to enter the amount withheld makes the deposit amount unclear to the IRS.
- 4Omitting the deposit date can delay the IRS’s ability to credit the payment.
- 5Submitting incorrect or outdated contact information (firm name, address, phone, fax) may cause misrouting.
Plain English
Form 13920 lets a withholding agent tell the IRS that the tax it kept from a foreign person’s U.S. source income has been deposited. The agency then can credit the deposit to the correct account.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2024-12-04 22:11:20
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when a withholding agent needs to verify the deposit of taxes withheld from U.S. source income of foreign persons.
- Do not use it when you must report the amount of withholding; that requires Form 1042.
- Check Form 1042 instead when you need to report the amount of withholding.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need to report total withholding amount for foreign persons
Reporting, not verification, is required for the annual return
✓ Confirm total withheld matches deposit
Filing annual withholding tax return for foreign persons
Annual return must be filed with the IRS to report withheld taxes
✓ Verify tax year and filing deadline
Updating the withholding agent’s contact details
Contact info is collected on this verification form
✓ Ensure address and phone are current
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source. No filing deadline or extension information is provided in the form instructions.
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What you need before filling it out
Performance date
Date of the withholding transaction (mmddyyyy) · Withholding agent’s records
Settlement Amount
Dollar amount settled ($) · Financial settlement statement
Amount Withheld
Exact withheld amount ($) · Withholding calculation worksheet
Deposit Date
Date the deposit was made (mmddyyyy) · Bank deposit receipt
Withholding Agent's EIN
Employer Identification Number · IRS notice or prior filings
Before you submit
- 1Verify the Performance date is entered in mmddyyyy format.
- 2Enter the Settlement Amount in dollars as shown in your records.
- 3Input the Amount Withheld in dollars.
- 4Record the Deposit Date using mmddyyyy format.
- 5Provide the Withholding Agent’s EIN as assigned by the IRS.
- 6Complete the Firm Name and Contact Name fields.
- 7Fill in Address 1, Address 2, City, State, and ZIP Code.
- 8Supply a Telephone Number and, if applicable, a Fax Number.
- 9Confirm the OMB control number 1545-2102 appears on the form.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 13920.
- 2Review the form for accuracy and completeness.
- 3Attach any supporting documentation if applicable.
- 4Send the form by mail or fax to the IRS as shown on the Return to line.
- 5Retain a copy of the submitted form for your records.
Known limitations
- 1Form 13920 is used to verify the deposit of the withheld amount; its use is voluntary.
- 2Section 1441 requires withholding agents to report and pay over to the IRS taxes withheld from certain U.S. source income of foreign persons;
- 3Not providing the information requested on this form in a timely manner may delay our ability to properly credit your deposit;
- 4You are not required to provide the information requested on a form that is subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act unless the form displays a valid OMB control number.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads 10‑2013 (October 2013).
- Fee — not stated in the official source.
- Mailing address — not stated in the official source.
- Signature — not stated in the official source.
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After you file
- 1Retain a copy of the completed Form 13920 for your records.
- 2Keep books or records related to the form as long as their contents may become relevant in the administration of any Internal Revenue law.
- 3Submit any corrections or additions to your contact information using the space provided on the form.
- 4Ensure the form is submitted promptly to avoid delays in crediting your deposit.
- 5Verify that the OMB number 1545-2102 appears on the form to confirm its validity.
- 6If an error is discovered, file a corrected Form 13920 with updated information.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — Form 13920 is used to verify the deposit of the withheld amount; its use is voluntary.
- SRCForm p.1 — Section 1441 requires withholding agents to report and pay over to the IRS taxes withheld from certain U.S. source income of foreign persons; Form 1042 is used to report the amount of withholding that must be paid over.
- SRCForm p.1 — Not providing the information requested on this form in a timely manner may delay our ability to properly credit your deposit.
- SRCForm p.1 — You are not required to provide the information requested on a form that is subject to the Paperwork Reduction Act unless the form displays a valid OMB control number.
- SRCForm p.1 — Books or records relating to a form or its instruction must be retained as long as their contents may become relevant in the administration of any Internal Revenue law.
- SRCForm p.1 — The estimated average time for completing this form is 20 minutes.
- SRCForm p.1 — OMB Number 1545-2102.
- SRCForm p.1 — (Please provide any corrections or additions to your contact information in the space below).
Common confusion points
Do I have to file Form 13920?
The form’s purpose is voluntary, not mandatory.
→ File only if you wish to verify a deposit.
What is a 'Withholding Agent'?
The form references Section 1441 which applies to withholding agents.
→ Confirm you are a withholding agent for U.S. source income of foreign persons.
Why is there a space for corrections to contact information?
The form invites corrections or additions to contact info.
→ Use that space to update any contact details before submitting.
How long should I keep this form and related records?
The notice says records must be retained as long as they may become relevant.
→ Retain the form and supporting records indefinitely or until no longer relevant.
What if I submit the form late?
The notice warns that untimely information may delay crediting of the deposit.
→ Submit promptly to avoid delays.
What does the OMB number indicate?
The form displays OMB Number 1545-2102, showing it is a Paperwork Reduction Act covered form.
→ Verify the OMB number is present; the form is valid for use.
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Questions about IRS Form 13920
What is IRS Form 13920 used for?
Form 13920 lets a withholding agent tell the IRS that the tax it kept from a foreign person’s U.S. source income has been deposited. The agency then can credit the deposit to the correct account.
Who must file IRS Form 13920?
Withholding agents who withhold tax from U.S. source income of foreign persons must file IRS Form 13920.
What information does IRS Form 13920 require?
The form collects the settlement amount, the amount withheld, the deposit date, the withholding agent’s EIN, and the agent’s contact information such as firm name, contact person, address, telephone and fax.
Where do I file IRS Form 13920?
Return the completed IRS Form 13920 to the Internal Revenue Service by mail or fax as indicated on the form.
How do I complete IRS Form 13920?
Enter the settlement amount, amount withheld, and deposit date in the designated fields. Provide the withholding agent’s EIN (filled in by the IRS) and, if needed, correct any contact details such as firm name, address, telephone and fax. Send the form to the IRS by mail or fax.
What happens if IRS Form 13920 is filed incorrectly?
Not providing the information in a timely manner may delay crediting your deposit; providing false or fraudulent information may subject you to penalties.
Do I have to file Form 13920?
The form’s purpose is voluntary, not mandatory. File only if you wish to verify a deposit.
What is a 'Withholding Agent'?
The form references Section 1441 which applies to withholding agents. Confirm you are a withholding agent for U.S. source income of foreign persons.
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