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An independent contractor is a self-employed individual or business entity hired to perform specific tasks or services under a contract.
Unlike employees, independent contractors typically control how and where they work and provide their own tools or resources. That said, agreements can he stated in the contract to ensure regulations are met including but not limited to ensuring availability during certain hours and/or having equipment with certain specifictions.
Beyond this, they are responsible for managing their own business operations, taxes, and insurance unless explicitly stated in the contract
They deliver results agreed upon in the contract but are not subject to the hiring company’s day-to-day direction or employee benefits.
In the U.S., independent contractors are typically classified for tax purposes under IRS Form 1099-NEC (formerly 1099-MISC) and are treated as self-employed for federal tax purposes.
If your contractor is outside the U.S., IRS 1099 rules may not apply — instead, you may need Form W-8BEN for individuals or W-8BEN-E for foreign entities to confirm their tax status and avoid unnecessary withholding.
Please note that we are not tax agents and as such cannot provide tax advice.
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