A: Sprintax currently supports user electronic signature based on regulations 1.1441-1t(e)(3)(iv)(c):
"(C) Form 8233, which includes that a withholding agent may establish a system for a beneficial owner or payee to provide Form 8233 electronically, provided the system meets the requirements of paragraph (e)(4)(iv)(B)(1) through (4) of this section (replacing “Form W-8” with “Form 8233” each place it appears).”
Section 1.1441-1t does not cover a withholding agent’s signature options, therefore, Sprintax does not provide an option for electronic signature by the withholding agent.
A signed 8233 can be uploaded to an individuals record through the Document Exchange.