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The document provides instructions for completing Form IL-W-4, the Employee’s Illinois Withholding Allowance Certificate, which is necessary for employees to ensure correct Illinois Income Tax withholding from their pay. It outlines who must complete the form, when it should be filed, how long it remains valid, and definitions of exemptions and allowances. Additionally, it includes guidance on calculating the number of allowances and the implications of underpayment of taxes.

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Begin by filling out your personal information, including your name, address, and Social Security number. This ensures that your employer can accurately process your withholding.
Next, determine the number of allowances you are eligible to claim. Use the worksheet provided on the back of the form to calculate this based on your dependents and any additional factors such as age or blindness.
Enter the total number of basic allowances on Line 1 and any additional allowances on Line 2 of the form. If you wish to have an extra amount withheld from each paycheck, specify that amount on Line 3.
Review all entries for accuracy. Once satisfied, sign and date the certificate at the bottom before submitting it to your employer.

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Why is a W-4 form filled out for the state of Illinois?

If you are an employee, you must complete Form IL-W-4, Employees and other Payees Illinois Withholding Allowance Certificate and Instructions, on or before the date you start work or if you are making a change to your withholding allowances, so that your employer can withhold the correct amount of Illinois Income Tax

How do I fill out a W-4 form in Illinois?

The IL-W-4 form is fairly straightforward. The employee must enter their name, social security number, street address, city, state, and zip code. They must also indicate the number of allowances they want to claim or are legally allowed to claim.

Do I claim 0 or 1 on my W4?

You no longer have to worry about whether to claim 0 or 1 allowances on your W-4, Employees Withholding Certificate, because the IRS updated the W-4 in 2020, eliminating allowances.

Does Illinois have a state W-4 form?

You must submit Form IL-W-4 when Illinois Income Tax is required to be withheld from compensation that you receive as an employee. You may file a new Form IL-W-4 any time your withholding allowances increase.

Does every state have a W4?

Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming do not have state income tax. Most other states require employees to complete the W-4 for state taxes, unless the state imposes a flat income tax rate.

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