Employers use Form 8850 to pre-screen and to make a written request to their state workforce agency (SWA) to certify an individual as a member of a targeted group for purposes of qualifying for the work opportunity credit. Current Revision Form 8850 PDF Instructions for Form 8850 (Print Version PDF) Recent Developments Extension of Empowerment Zone Designations until December 31, 2020 –24 – JUN – 2020 Taxpayer Relief for Certain Tax-Related Deadlines Due To Coronavirus Pandemic -- 14-APR-2020 Other Items You May Find Useful All Revisions for Form 8850 About Form 5884, Work Opportunity Credit About Form 5884-C, Credit Against Employment Tax for Tax-Exempt Employers Hiring Qualified Veterans Other Current Products