Setting Up Payouts as a Non-U.S. Resident
In order to receive payouts from the brands you work with, you need to submit your payout information on your Live Site. This includes:
Your payout method (Bank Transfer / ACH)
If your brand is paying you through GRIN, a valid tax form (W-8BEN) for non-U.S. residents
(if you’re based in the U.S., see Setting Up Payouts as a U.S. Resident)
Important
A W-8BEN is considered valid if all the information you provide—such as your name, address, and taxpayer identification number (e.g., FTIN)—matches what is on file with the IRS or your local tax authority.
If any information is incorrect:
GRIN will notify you via email that your tax form is invalid
You will have 30 days to correct it
Otherwise, you may be subject to backup tax withholding
For more details, see Yearly Income Tax Forms FAQ.
Payout Requirements
To receive payments through GRIN:
You must set up a Bank Transfer (ACH) payout method
You must submit a W-8BEN tax form
If you do not complete both:
Payments sent by brands may be refunded after 30 days
You will not be able to receive payouts
Be sure to complete your payout setup as soon as possible.
What You’ll Need
A verified Live Site account
(see Verifying Your Account)
A bank account that supports USD (U.S. Dollar) payments
Important Notes
Your bank account must be able to receive USD transfers
The account holder name must match your tax form
The Tax ID must belong to the account holder
If these do not match, payments may be delayed or returned.
How to Set Up Payouts
1. Navigate to Payouts
Go to Live Site → Payouts
Click Get Started or Add Payout Method
2. Select Your Country
Choose the country where you file taxes
Click Set up Tax Information
3. Add Your General Information
Enter:
Full legal name (or business name)
Address
Click Next
4. Add Your Bank Transfer (ACH) Details
Click Add Payout Method
Select Bank Transfer
Enter the following:
Bank Account Currency
Select US Dollar (USD)
IBAN / Account Number
Name of Account Holder (as shown on bank statement)
Click Add to save your payout method.
5. Submit Your Tax Form (W-8BEN)
Click Submit a Tax Form
Select:
I am not a U.S. person
Choose Individual or Corporation
Click Continue
6. Complete Certification
Confirm you are not a U.S. person
Select whether services are performed inside or outside the U.S.
Enter your full name to certify
7. Fill Out the W-8BEN Form
Complete all required fields.
Taxpayer Identification
You may:
Provide a Foreign Tax Identification Number (FTIN) (recommended)
OR
Select I will not or am unable to provide a Tax Identification Number
⚠️ If you do not provide an FTIN, you may be subject to 30% withholding
8. Review Withholding Information
Depending on your inputs:
You may see estimated withholding rates
Or a notice about potential 30% withholding
Review and click Continue
9. Review and Submit
Confirm all information is correct
Check all certification boxes
Enter your full name
Click Complete W-8BEN
Then click Submit Form
⚠️ You cannot edit the form after submission. To make changes, you must submit a new form.
10. Choose Tax Statement Delivery
Select how you want to receive your tax forms:
E-Delivery (email)
Postal Mail
You will receive a Form 1042-S each year summarizing your earnings.
11. Finish Setup
Click Continue to complete setup.
You’re All Set!
Once completed:
Your Bank Transfer payout method will appear as Active
Your W-8BEN form will show as submitted/reviewed
You can now receive payouts directly to your bank account from brands you collaborate with in GRIN.
Troubleshooting
Why can’t I receive payments?
Check that:
Your payout method is added and active
Your bank account supports USD
Your name matches across:
Bank account
General Information
Tax form
Can I update my payout details?
Yes — you can:
Edit your General Information
Update or delete your Bank Transfer method
Submit a new tax form if needed