Instructions for IRS Form 8850 Pre-screening Notice and Certification Request for the Work Opportunity Credit

IRS Form 8850 Pre-screening Notice and Certification Request for the Work Opportunity Credit

This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 8850 , Pre-screening Notice and Certification Request for the Work Opportunity Credit - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 8850 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is IRS Form 8850?
A: IRS Form 8850 is a Pre-screening Notice and Certification Request for the Work Opportunity Credit.

Q: What is the Work Opportunity Credit?
A: The Work Opportunity Credit is a federal tax credit available to employers who hire individuals from certain target groups.

Q: Who should use IRS Form 8850?
A: Employers who are planning to claim the Work Opportunity Credit for hiring eligible individuals should use IRS Form 8850.

Q: What information is required on Form 8850?
A: Form 8850 requires information about the employer, the eligible individual being hired, and the target group to which the individual belongs.

Q: How do I submit Form 8850?
A: Form 8850 should be submitted to the state workforce agency within 28 days after the eligible individual begins work.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting Form 8850?
A: Form 8850 should be submitted within 28 days after the eligible individual begins work.

Q: What is the purpose of pre-screening?
A: Pre-screening helps determine if an individual is a member of a target group eligible for the Work Opportunity Credit.

Q: Can multiple individuals be listed on a single Form 8850?
A: No, each eligible individual should have a separate Form 8850.

Q: What if I have additional questions?
A: If you have additional questions, you can refer to the instructions provided with Form 8850 or contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for assistance.