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W-8BEN for Indian RSU holders: what it is, how to file it, and what happens when it lapses

W-8BEN certifies your Indian residency to your US broker and cuts dividend withholding from 30% to 15% under the India-US DTAA. Here's exactly how to file it with Morgan Stanley, Fidelity, E*Trade, and Schwab — and what happens if yours has expired.