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Yes — Fiverr W-9 ITIN is accepted. Enter your 9-digit ITIN in the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) field of Form W-9. An ITIN is a valid IRS-issued TIN — Fiverr does not require a Social Security Number for tax reporting, and no work authorization or I-9 is involved. Without a valid W-9, Fiverr must withhold 24%.

What Is a W-9 and When Does Fiverr Require It?

Form W-9 is an IRS document that collects your Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN). Fiverr uses it to report your earnings to the IRS. You are not an employee when you sell on Fiverr — you are an independent seller, and the W-9 is strictly a tax-reporting form.

Fiverr will prompt you to complete your tax information during onboarding. U.S.-based sellers complete a W-9. Non-U.S. persons complete a W-8BEN. If you live in the U.S. and receive your earnings here, you fill out the W-9 — your ITIN goes in the TIN field.

What a W-9 is not

The W-9 is not an employment verification form. There is no I-9, no work authorization check, no requirement to be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Fiverr collects the W-9 solely for IRS tax reporting purposes.

Where Do I Enter My ITIN on the Fiverr W-9?

Enter your 9-digit ITIN in the TIN field of the Fiverr W-9, using the format 9XX-XX-XXXX. Select Individual / Sole Proprietor as your entity type, enter your legal name as it appears on your ITIN CP565 letter, add your U.S. mailing address, and sign electronically to certify the information.

  1. Entity type: Select Individual / Sole Proprietor (unless you have a registered business entity).
  2. Name: Enter your legal name as it appears on your ITIN application (CP565 letter).
  3. TIN field: Enter your 9-digit ITIN (format: 9XX-XX-XXXX). Do not enter an SSN — enter your ITIN.
  4. Address: Enter your U.S. mailing address.
  5. Signature: Sign electronically to certify the information is correct.

That's it. Once submitted, Fiverr has what it needs for tax reporting. You do not need to re-submit unless your information changes.

Which Tax Form Should I Use on Fiverr — W-9 or W-8BEN?

Use the W-9 if you live in the U.S. and have an ITIN, because the ITIN makes you a U.S. tax filer. Fiverr offers 2 forms: the W-9 for U.S.-based sellers and the W-8BEN for non-U.S. persons living abroad, on which Fiverr withholds a portion of earnings. The W-8BEN is not your form.

If you live in the U.S. and have an ITIN, use the W-9. The ITIN makes you a U.S. tax filer — the W-8BEN is not the right form for your situation.

What Happens When I Earn $600 or More on Fiverr?

When your Fiverr earnings meet the IRS reporting threshold, Fiverr issues you a Form 1099-K — a summary of what it paid you during the year, reported under your ITIN. The 1099-K goes to both you and the IRS. You use it when filing your federal tax return; it does not affect your immigration status or work authorization in any way.

The IRS threshold has changed repeatedly: it was $20,000 for many years, dropped to $600 for tax year 2022, then the IRS delayed enforcement and set $5,000 as a transitional threshold for 2024. Check IRS.gov's 1099-K page for the threshold in effect for the current tax year before filing.

You owe taxes even without a 1099-K

If your earnings don't reach the reporting threshold, Fiverr won't issue a 1099-K — but the income is still taxable. Report all self-employment income on Schedule C regardless of whether you receive a form.

What Is Backup Withholding and How Do I Avoid It on Fiverr?

If you do not submit a valid W-9 to Fiverr, federal law requires Fiverr to withhold 24% of your earnings and send it directly to the IRS. This is called backup withholding, and it applies whenever a payer cannot verify your TIN.

Submitting your W-9 with your ITIN stops backup withholding immediately. If Fiverr has already withheld amounts, you can recover them as a credit when you file your federal tax return — but avoiding the withholding in the first place is simpler. Complete your Fiverr tax information as soon as you create your account.

ITIN counts as a valid TIN

An ITIN fully satisfies the IRS requirement for a TIN on Form W-9. Once Fiverr has your ITIN on file, backup withholding does not apply as long as your ITIN is current and your name matches IRS records.

Do You Owe Taxes on Fiverr Income With an ITIN?

Yes. Fiverr income is self-employment income. You report it on Schedule C attached to your Form 1040, using your ITIN in the SSN field. About 3.8 million ITIN returns were filed for tax year 2022 (IRS) — many from freelancers on platforms like Fiverr. You owe both regular income tax and self-employment tax (15.3% on net earnings).

For the full filing walkthrough — including quarterly estimated payments, deductible business expenses, and free filing options — see our guide to filing taxes with an ITIN and the W-2 vs 1099 with ITIN explainer.

What Happens to Your Fiverr W-9 When Your ITIN Expires?

ITINs expire if they are not used on a federal tax return for three consecutive years, or if they were issued before 2013 and fall in a middle-digit group the IRS has scheduled for renewal. When your ITIN expires, it is no longer a valid TIN — which means your Fiverr W-9 on file becomes invalid.

Practically: Fiverr may begin backup withholding if the IRS notifies them that your TIN is invalid. To prevent this, renew your ITIN before it expires by filing Form W-7 with the IRS, then resubmit your W-9 on Fiverr once your renewed ITIN is issued (allow 7–11 weeks for processing).

Check your ITIN status before tax season

Call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to confirm your ITIN is current. If it expired, start the renewal process early — the IRS takes 7–11 weeks, and you cannot file a complete tax return or update your Fiverr W-9 until the new ITIN is issued.

Can You Use Fiverr Without an SSN?

Yes, end to end. Your ITIN covers the W-9 tax form, and you do not need a Social Security Number to open a bank account for your earnings. For payouts, Fiverr supports 3 main options: a U.S. bank account opened with an ITIN, PayPal linked to that account, or Payoneer for freelancers without a U.S. bank.

You do not need a Social Security Number to open a business or personal bank account for your Fiverr earnings. See our guide to opening a business bank account with an ITIN.

What About Upwork, Freelancer, and Other Platforms?

ITIN is accepted on the W-9 across all 6 major U.S. freelance and creator platforms: Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer.com, Toptal, YouTube/AdSense, and Amazon KDP. On each one, you select Individual / Sole Proprietor during tax setup and enter your ITIN in the TIN field exactly as you would an SSN.

UpworkITIN accepted — Select Individual / Sole Proprietor during tax setup and enter your ITIN in the TIN field.
FiverrITIN accepted — Complete the W-9 during onboarding with your ITIN. See above for field-by-field steps.
Freelancer.comITIN accepted — U.S. tax form prompts accept ITIN in the TIN field.
ToptalITIN accepted — Contractor agreements and W-9 accept ITIN for U.S.-based contractors.
YouTube / AdSenseITIN accepted — Google's AdSense tax form accepts ITIN for U.S. creators.
Amazon KDPITIN accepted — Royalty tax interview accepts ITIN for U.S. tax residents.

For a broader look at working and earning income with an ITIN, see the full freelancing with an ITIN guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Fiverr accept an ITIN on the W-9?

Yes. Fiverr accepts an ITIN in the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) field of Form W-9 for U.S.-based sellers. An ITIN is a valid IRS-issued TIN — Fiverr does not require a Social Security Number for tax reporting purposes.

Where do I enter my ITIN on the Fiverr W-9?

Enter your ITIN in the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) field. Select "Individual / Sole Proprietor" as the entity type. Fill in your legal name and U.S. address, then sign and submit. No SSN is required.

Do I get a 1099-K from Fiverr if I have an ITIN?

Yes. When your Fiverr earnings meet the IRS reporting threshold ($600 or more — check IRS.gov for current phased rules), Fiverr issues a 1099-K under your ITIN. You use this form when filing your federal tax return.

Can I use Fiverr without a Social Security Number?

Yes. You can complete the Fiverr W-9 with your ITIN and receive payouts to a U.S. bank account, PayPal, or Payoneer — no SSN required end to end. The W-9 is for tax reporting only, not employment verification.

Do I have to pay taxes on Fiverr income earned with an ITIN?

Yes. Fiverr income is self-employment income. You report it on Schedule C with your federal tax return using your ITIN, and you owe both income tax and self-employment tax on net earnings.

Should U.S.-based Fiverr sellers fill out a W-9 or a W-8BEN?

U.S.-based sellers — including those who use an ITIN — fill out Form W-9. Form W-8BEN is for non-U.S. persons who are not U.S. residents. If you live in the U.S. and receive your earnings here, use W-9 with your ITIN.

What is backup withholding on Fiverr and how do I avoid it?

Backup withholding is a 24% deduction Fiverr is required by law to take from your earnings if you have not submitted a valid W-9 with a verified TIN. Submitting your W-9 with your ITIN stops backup withholding. If amounts were already withheld, claim them as a tax credit when you file your federal return.

What happens to my Fiverr W-9 if my ITIN expires?

An expired ITIN is no longer a valid TIN. Fiverr may begin backup withholding if the IRS notifies them your TIN is invalid. Renew your ITIN by filing Form W-7 with the IRS, then resubmit your W-9 on Fiverr once your renewed ITIN is issued. Renewal takes 7–11 weeks, so start early.