D-4 DC FORM - PLEASE HELP

[jarin19]

I am completing onboarding forms for a new employer. I live in VA but work in DC. I was provided with two forms: D-4 DC & Virginia Tax Form VA-4.  Upon reading the instructions on D-4 DC forms, I should be completing the non-resident D-4A form.  When I asked HR, I was told that the D-4 DC form was the correct form and if I do not complete it, they will rescind the offer.  What should I do?

[AmyC]

You need to explain that you are following the instructions on D-4DC. If you could speak with their manager or someone in payroll, that would be great. If you have to file the D-4DC, you can put 100 exemptions to prevent tax and turn in the correct  D-4A with it. Hopefully, it will go to somebody who knows the rules .Once you are at work, you can get things straightened out.

References:

The D-4 DC Withholding Allowance Certificate states: If you are not liable for DC income taxes because you are a nonresident or military spouse, you must file Form D-4A, Certificate of Nonresidence in the District of Columbia, with your employer

Which states have reciprocal agreements? - TurboTax Support work only in District of Columbia, file D-4A