STEP 1: Complete the IRS 8850
IRS Form 8850 - "Pre-Screening Notice and Certification Request for the Work Opportunity Credit"
Information can be typed directly into this form. Please refer to the form's instructions.
STEP 2: Complete the ETA 9061
ETA 9061 - "Individual Characteristics Form (ICF)"
Includes examples of supporting documents to prove target group eligibility.
Note: Spanish translations of IRS-8850 and ETA-9061, can be used as a guide to complete the English forms.
Estas versiones en español le asistirán en completar las formas en inglés.
ETA 9062 Conditional Certifications are currently not accepted.
Step 3: Log in to your WOTC online account and complete the request for certification
Next day status - Check the status of your application requests by logging in to the online application. For definitions on status, look to the left navigation pane.
Record keeping - Keep copies of forms and supporting documentation.
If you are not using the online application, mail us the two original, signed forms and any requested documentation no later than 28 calendar days of the employee's start-to-work date. Our address is listed on the Contacts link in our top left navigation pane.
Updated: 05/08/2012