Establish the AWSC of all claimants and beneficiaries who leave the U.S.
Do not delay adjudication of a claim pending evidence of an individual's tax status.
However,undertake this development promptly. (See GN 05010.025.)
Complete development in all cases in which the AWSC is “4” (no withholding, status undetermined). Correct the AWSC to show whether tax withholding
is, or is not, applicable.