Complete Form W-4 so that your employer can withhold the correct federal income tax from your pay. If too little is withheld, you will generally owe tax when you file your tax return and may owe a penalty.

Future Developments For the latest information about developments related to Form W-4, such as legislation enacted after it was published, go to www.irs.gov/FormW4.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the W-4 Form 2026 PDF, printable versions, key updates, and how to fill it out correctly using trusted IRS sources.

Dec 11, 2025 · IRS releases 2026 Forms W-4 and W-4P with changes due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Dec 11, 2025 · IRS finalizes 2026 Form W-4 with major updates under OBBBA. Learn what changed—new deductions, credits, and employer compliance steps.

3a - Line to be updated when the qualifying child tax credit is finalized for 2026. Multiply the number of children by the amount per child to arrive at the adjustment.

Feb 11, 2026 · The IRS has revised Form W-4 for 2026, making the newly revised form available to employers during mid-December 2025.

Give Form W-4R to the payer of your retirement payments. Your withholding rate is determined by the type of payment you will receive. For nonperiodic payments, the default withholding rate is 10%. You …

Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Certificate, has been updated for 2026 to account for new federal income tax deductions under P.L. 119-21 that are available to employees when they file their income …

Whether you’re starting a new job, experiencing life changes, or simply updating your withholding, this guide covers everything you need to know about the 2026 version, including step-by-step …