Changing to a US based address

[Czyrus T]

I recently moved to the US a couple of weeks ago, so I thought it would be a good idea to update the address I have on file.

The system won't let me go ahead and change my address until I fill up a W-9 form. Sure, why not?

So as I was filling it up, I noticed that it was asking my for either an SSN or EIN number.

I haven't been paid for any gigs here yet so I didn't see any reason to fill this up (also I don't have my SSN yet,  I still have to request one).

Is there any way to update my address without providng an SSN or EIN?

[Jennifer M]

You need permission to work here.

You can't sit with us.

[Avery O]

Hi Czyrus, 

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