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How to complete a Stock Power FormA. Tell Us About: The account you are transferring from1. Enter the 10 digit account number for the current account.for US shareowners to obtain a Medallion Signature Guaranteeonline at www.eSignatureGuarantee.com at a discount rate.2. Enter the name of the company of stock to be transferred. Aseparate Stock Power Form is needed for each account andcompany of stock you are transferring.1.2.3.3. List the current registration names/ownership title as itreads on statements, certificates and tax forms.B. Tell Us About: The shares you would like to transfer4. Check the first box only if you are transferring all shares. Ifchecked, leave boxes 5, 6, and 7 blank.Go to the website eSignatureGuarantee.comHave your ID validated (no prior account required)Use promo code EQ to receive a discount on the MedallionSignature Guarantee purchaseThere is a 500,000 limit on the value of transactions thateSignatureGuarantee.com is able to guarantee. For moreinformation, email info@eSignatureGuarantee.comIf you are not transferring all shares, enter the specific numberof shares to transfer from each share type into boxes 5, 6, or 7as needed:F. Tell Us About: The account you want the sharestransferred toIf you are transferring to multiple accounts, enter the number ofshares to transfer into the account indicated on this page.5. Enter the number of Direct Registration shares beingtransferred or leave blank. These shares are heldelectronically.If you are transferring to an existing Shareowner Servicesaccount, enter the 10 digit account number and complete Line1. with the full account registration. Then, skip to Section H.6. Enter the number of Plan shares being transferred or leaveblank. These shares are held electronically.Registration for the New Account:Check only one box to indicate the type of registration andcomplete the indicated lines, new address, and Tax ID.7. Enter the number of certificate shares being transferred orleave blank. These shares have been issued as paper stockcertificates. Original stock certificate(s) must be mailed withyour Stock Power Form.8. Enter the number of lost certificate shares or write ALL inbox 8. If this does not apply, leave blank. There is a 75processing fee to replace each certificate that is lost. Theremay be additional fees and documents required.C. Tell Us About: Cost BasisSee the enclosed “Frequently Asked Questions about CostBasis” for further information.Please check the box next to the purpose of the transfer. Werecommend that you consult with your tax advisor regarding thetax implications for each type of transfer. Private Sale: Include the Date of Sale and the Cost PerShare. Gift: Select this box if gifting shares, the gift date will defaultto the date that the transfer is processed. Inheritance: Include the Date of Death and Fair Market ValueCost per Share. For shares jointly held: Enter the number ofshares or percentage of shares in which the decedent hadan interest.D. Please Let Us Know: If you would like uncashedchecks to be reissued9. Check only one box. If the shares are going to multiple newowners, the checks must be reissued into the current nameon the account.E. Medallion Signature GuaranteeAll owners must sign their name and have their signatureguaranteed in the medallion format.If an owner is unable to sign, a legal representative such as aPower of Attorney, Custodian, or Successor Trustee may signon behalf of the shareowner. List the title of the legalrepresentative below their signature. Medallion SignatureGuarantees can be obtained from financial institutions, includingcommercial banks, brokers, and credit unions.Where to get a Medallion Signature Guarantee stampEQ Shareowner Services has entered into an arrangementWe recommend using capital letters when completing section Fto avoid registration and spelling errors, (e.g., JOHN A DOE).Line 1. Enter the name of the New Owner, Custodian, Trustee,Executor, or Other name (First Name, Middle Initial, LastName). This should match the name shown on the income taxreturn filed with the IRS.Line 2a. If applicable, enter the Joint Owner, Minor, SecondTrustee, or Other name (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name).This should match the name shown on the income tax returnfiled with the IRS.Line 2b. If applicable, enter Minor’s state of residence.Line 3. If applicable, enter any additional Joint Owner, Trustee,or Other name (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name). Thisshould match the name shown on the income tax return filedwith the IRS.Line 4a. If applicable, enter Name of Trust, Estate name, or theTOD Beneficiary’s name. Only one TOD Beneficiary is allowedper account. This should match the name shown on the incometax return filed with the IRS.Line 4b. If applicable, enter the date of the Trust.Address for the New Account:Enter full mailing address including City, State, and Zip Code.Tax ID for the New Account:Enter the 9 digit Social Security Number (SSN) or EmployerIdentification Number (EIN) for the new account and then checkthe applicable box. If there are multiple owners, enter thenumber you would like the income reported under. Only onenumber is allowed per account. If Custodian for Minor isselected, enter the Minor’s Social Security Number (SSN).G. Substitute Form W-9The new owner, whose SSN or EIN is listed in the Tax ID forthe New Account box, must sign and date this section.H. Please Let Us Know: if the new shareowner would liketo receive instructions for online accessCheck the box to request instructions sent to the newshareowner. The necessary information will be mailed to theSP HT 06/2022address provided in Section F.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about transferring stockWhere can I find the account number?Account numbers are printed on statements, tax documentsand dividend stubs. Shareowners with an online account canlocate account numbers when signed on to adr.com/bp. Youmay also obtain a Share Balance Summary statement, whichcontains your account number, through our automated phonesystem. Select Account Information from the main menuand then Request Share Balance Summary.How do I find the current balance?If you own certificates, the number of shares owned is printedon the front of the certificate. If the shares are heldelectronically in the Plan or Direct Registration, please refer tothe most recent statement for the current balance.Shareowners with an online account can locate balanceinformation on adr.com/bp.What if I can’t find the certificates?The stock certificates will need to be replaced before atransfer can be completed. There is always a 75 processingfee to replace each certificate that is lost. Please enclose acheck made payable to Shareowner Services. Dependingupon the value of the lost shares, there may be additionalfees and documents required. The necessary paperwork willthen be mailed to you.Should I sign the back of the certificates?For security purposes, we recommend you do not sign theback of the stock certificates.Will I get a new stock certificate?After the transfer is completed all shares will be heldelectronically in the new account. You may request to have acertificate issued by including a written request with yourtransfer paperwork.What is a Medallion Signature Guarantee?A Medallion Signature Guarantee is a stamp from an eligibleGuarantor institution, such as a bank, broker, or credit unionthat indicates the individual signing a form is legallyauthorized to conduct the requested transaction.We suggest contacting your Guarantor institution for theirdocument requirements to obtain the stamp. You willcomplete Section E and sign the Stock Power in theirpresence. The Guarantor may also require the physicalcertificates or a statement evidencing the account number foruncertificated shares prior to affixing the Medallion SignatureGuarantee.Please note the stamp must be legible and may not be datedor annotated. A Notary Seal is not a substitute for a MedallionSignature Guarantee.Where to get a Medallion Signature Guarantee stampEQ Shareowner Services has entered into an arrangement forUS shareowners to obtain a Medallion Signature Guaranteeonline at www.eSignatureGuarantee.com at a discount rate.1. Go to the website eSignatureGuarantee.com2. Have your ID validated (no prior account required)3. Use promo code EQ to receive a discount on the MedallionSignature Guarantee purchaseThere is a 500,000 limit on the value of transactions thateSignatureGuarantee.com is able to guarantee. For moreinformation, email info@eSignatureGuarantee.comCan I fax or email the Stock Power Form?The original documents must be mailed into our office. We areunable to accept faxed copies or emails of the completedStock Power Form. The signatures and the MedallionSignature Guarantee stamp must be original.How do I transfer stock to multiple new shareowners?Complete page one of the Stock Power Form, and thencomplete a separate page two for each new account. Eachcompleted form will need to have the exact number of shares(not a percentage), the full registration, address, and SocialSecurity Number (SSN) or Employer Identification Number(EIN) for each new account.Please note a separate Stock Power Form must be completedwhen transferring from multiple accounts, different companiesof stock, or both.How do I change the address on the account I amtransferring from?Please include a letter with instructions for the address changeon the existing account. If you are signing on behalf of theregistered shareowner or a business entity, documentationsupporting your capacity is required.How can I get the outstanding checks reissued?Complete number 9 on the Stock Power Form. When checksare reissued, outstanding checks in the account are cancelled.How do I transfer shares if I live outside the UnitedStates?If you are able to obtain a Medallion Guarantee, it must beprovided by an eligible guarantor institution participating in aMedallion program approved by the Securities TransferAssociation Inc. and must cover the value of the transaction.If you are unable to obtain a Medallion Guarantee, a SignatureGuarantee must be provided by a bank or financial institutionhaving a New York bank correspondent relationship. Whensigning on behalf of the registered owner, additionaldocumentation may be required. Please contact us withquestions.Is there a limit to the amount of shares I can transfer?If the value of the shares exceeds 14 million, please contactus for further assistance.Why do I have to complete a Substitute Form W-9?A Form W-9 is required for each change of registration.Accounts without a current Form W-9 on file will be subject tofederal tax withholdings which will be deducted from saleproceeds and dividends.If a Substitute Form W-9 is not submitted at the time of thetransfer, a new form will be mailed to the new address onrecord.SP ST 06/2022

What are the different ways I can register mystock?If I have changed my name, how do I change myregistration?Shareowners have a number of ways to register their stock;in most cases a new account will be created. Some of themore common types of ownership are listed below.To change the name on the account, complete all sections ofthe Stock Power Form. A new account will be created and anew Form W-9 will be required. While getting a MedallionSignature Guarantee in Section E, please sign your name aslisted on the current account, and sign again using your newname, adding “now known as” (e.g., Jane Doe, now knownas Jane Smith).Individual: Only one individual name is listed on theaccount. Upon the death of the individual the shares aresubject to probate proceedings.Joint Tenant: Two or more individuals are listed on theaccount. Upon the death of one joint owner, the survivors areentitled to the shares.Tenants by the Entirety: A form of ownership recognizedby certain states as an appropriate form of registration for amarried couple. Upon the death of one spouse, the survivor isentitled to the shares.Tenants in Common: A form of ownership where two ormore individuals are listed on the account. Each tenant ownsan undivided interest. Upon the death of one tenant, thedecedent’s ownership passes to the heirs of the decedent’sestate and not the surviving owners on the account.TOD Beneficiary (Transfer on Death): A form of individualor joint tenant ownership where a beneficiary has beendesignated. Only one beneficiary can be designated peraccount registration. Upon the death of the security owners,the ownership passes to the TOD beneficiary. TOD is notoffered outside of the United States.Custodial: A form of ownership that can be established for aminor who has not reached the age of majority as defined bythe laws of their state of residence. We do not recommendregistrations in a minor’s name alone. A custodial registrationmay be created under the Uniform Transfer to Minors Act(UTMA) for their state. UTMA has replaced the Uniform Giftto Minors Act (UGMA) in most states for new accounts.Custodial accounts for minors must be reported under theMinor’s Social Security Number (SSN).Trust: A form of ownership governed by a trust agreementcreated during the lifetime of a grantor or created under adecedent’s will. The account registration must include thenames of the Trustees, the name of the Trust, and the dateof the Trust. The date must be the original Trust date and notan amendment date. A date will not be applicable for a Trustwhich falls under a will.Estate: A registration used by the court-appointed executoror personal representative for the decedent’s estate. Theregistration must include the name of the executor orpersonal representative and the name of the estate. Therepresentative listed on an estate registration has theauthority to make changes and perform transactions on theaccount. Example: John Smith Executor for the estate ofJane Smith.How do I name a beneficiary?To register an account with a beneficiary, you can choose aTOD Beneficiary (Transfer on Death) registration in section Fand complete all sections of the Stock Power Form. A newaccount will be created and a new Form W-9 will be required.How do I remove the Custodian if I am now overthe age of majority?If you have reached the age of majority, complete a StockPower Form to create a new account. While getting aMedallion Signature Guarantee in Section E, please sign theStock Power Form as your name is listed on the currentaccount. The registered custodian does not need to sign theform.How do I correct an error in my registration?You can correct the name on the account by completing allsections of the Stock Power Form. While getting a MedallionSignature Guarantee in Section E, please sign your correctname and again as listed on the current account, adding“incorrectly registered as” (e.g., Jane Doe incorrectlyregistered as Janey Doe).How do I transfer shares when one or more of theshareowners are deceased?To transfer the shares, the surviving tenant, beneficiary, orlegal representative will complete all sections of the StockPower Form.When required by the state where the decedent lived, wewill also need an Inheritance Tax Waiver.What is an Inheritance Tax Waiver, and where doI get one?An Inheritance Tax Waiver is a document issued by the statecertifying the estate tax or inheritance tax has been paid orwaived by the state. If the decedent was a legal resident ofPuerto Rico or one of the states listed below, a Tax Waiverform may be required. To confirm if you will need a TaxWaiver or to get the form, please contact the tax agency ofthe decedent’s state of residence. Please refer towww.stai.org/pdfs/sta-guidelines-appendix-vi.pdf for anyadditional information.IndianaNew JerseyOhioPennsylvaniaRhode IslandTennessee

How do I transfer shares due to a divorce?A separate Stock Power Form is required for each newaccount. Each completed form will need to have the exactnumber of shares (not a percentage), the full registration,address, and Social Security Number (SSN) for the newaccount.How can I sell the shares after the transfer iscompleted?You can sell shares by completing the enclosed Sale RequestAfter Transfer Form. This is an optional form for participatingcompanies only. Other sales options may be available after thetransfer is completed.Will account features, like direct deposit of dividends,automatically carry over from the old account to thenew account?When a new account is created, the features on the previousaccount will not be transferred. If you have dividends paid to abank account, this will need to be added to your new account.Please include a written request with your transfer paperwork.Direct deposit requests must include a corresponding preprinted voided check or pre-printed savings deposit slip.Where can I get additional forms?You may make photo copies of the blank forms prior to fillingthem out or you may download additional forms online atwww.shareowneronline.com/bp.Please note: If you make an error, you will need to fill out anew form. Alterations, corrections, or white-out will render theStock Power Form invalid.Will you return the paperwork?The paperwork submitted for a transfer is not returned.How can I contact you for other questions?You can reach us by phone or send us an email. Phone: U.S. Telephone Number: 1-877-638-5672Outside U.S. Telephone Number: 1-651-306-4383 Email: Select Contact Us at any time while online atwww.shareowneronline.com/bp.How will I know when the transfer is completed?When the transfer has been completed, a statement will besent to the original owner showing the shares have transferredout of the account. A separate statement will be sent to thenew owner showing the shares have been transferred into thenew account.Where do I send my request?You can mail your completed Stock Power Forms and any applicable stock certificates by:Regular mail:EQ Shareowner ServicesPO Box 64874Saint Paul MN 55164-0874Overnight or courier mail:EQ Shareowner ServicesAttn: Imaging Services1110 Centre Pointe Curve Suite 101Mendota Heights MN 55120

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about cost basisWhat is cost basis?When is a transfer considered a gift?Cost basis is the original value of a stock acquisition for taxpurposes adjusted for stock splits, dividends, and return ofcapital distributions. This value is used to determine the capitalgain or loss.Typically a transfer of shares is considered a gift as long asthere is not a common owner between the old and newaccount and the shares are not being transferred due to aninheritance or a private sale.Internal Revenue Code Section 6045(g) became effective onJanuary 1, 2011, and requires financial institutions to includeeach customer’s adjusted cost basis and to classify any gain orloss as short term or long term when reporting a sale ofcovered shares to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Tocomply with this law, we will maintain cost basis informationfor covered shares purchased on or after January 1, 2011.How does receiving shares as a gift affect thecost basis?Visit the IRS website (www.irs.gov) for further details.In some instances, the cost basis for the gifted shares isdetermined to be the FMV as of the date of the gift. Pleaserefer to IRS Publication 551 for additional information regardingcost basis of gifted shares.What are covered securities?Shares that are defined by the IRS Regulation 1.6045-1(a) (15)are known as covered securities. This regulation applies tomost stocks purchased or acquired on or after January 1,2011.What are non-covered securities?Non-covered securities are shares acquired prior to January 1,2011, or shares transferred with unknown cost basis. Pleasesee a tax advisor for assistance in determining your cost basison non-covered securities.What is FMV?FMV stands for Fair Market Value. The fair market value is theprice at which the shares would change hands between awilling buyer and a willing seller. If the shares are traded onthe market, the FMV is typically the average between the highand low price on the specific date.Can I transfer or sell specific shares?Yes. We will need the acquisition date and the number ofshares from the specific tax lot you would like to transfer orsell. This information may be written on the Stock Power Formor you may send a letter along with your transfer paperwork.We will transfer shares using First In, First Out (FIFO) orderunless we receive written instructions asking us to transferspecific shares.For example: Transfer 41 shares of XYZ Corporation stockfrom the tax lot purchased on January 2, 2009.The cost basis for shares you receive as a gift is typically equalto the donor’s cost basis prior to the transfer. If the shares youreceive as a gift were covered securities under the IRS costbasis reporting regulations, the cost basis information will becarried from the donor’s account into your new account.What is considered the date of the gift?The date of the gift is generally the date when the donor nolonger has dominion or control of the shares. For shares held electronically: The date of the gift iswhen Shareowner Services has completed the transfer ofownership in the stock issuer’s records. For shares held as a stock certificate: The date of thegift is typically the date when the certificate was deliveredto the recipient. The recipient may send a letter ofinstruction providing us the date of the gift. If theinstructions are not received, we will use the date of thetransfer of ownership in the stock issuer’s records.How is cost basis affected when a shareowner isdeceased?When shares are transferred because the shareowner isdeceased, the authorized estate representative determineswhether to use the FMV as of the date of death or analternate valuation date. The same valuation date would thenbe applied consistently to all assets in the estate. IRSregulations require the authorized estate representative toprovide all estate heirs and beneficiaries with IRS Form 8971;“Information Regarding Beneficiaries Acquiring Property Froma Decedent” which specifies the FMV of the property.A tax lot is a single acquisition of a given security that has aunique acquisition price and acquisition date. A tax lot maycontain one or more shares. Tax lots are further defined aseither covered or non-covered.SP CB 3/26/2019BP V4

What is the Alternate Valuation Date?The alternate valuation date is typically six months from thedate of death. If the shares are sold or otherwise disposed ofwithin six months from the date of death, the date of the salemay be used as the alternate valuation date. Please seeInternal Revenue Code 2032 and a tax advisor for moreinformation on the alternate valuation date.What if we don’t have the inheritance informationright now?The shares will be considered non-covered (per the IRS costbasis reporting regulations) if the FMV is not provided whenthe shares are transferred.The authorized estate representative may send the missinginformation to us by mail at a later time and we will adjust thecost basis in the account records.Do the inheritance rules still apply to me if theshares were registered as a Transfer on Death(TOD)?Yes. Accounts registered as TOD a

1. with the full account registration. Then, skip to Section H. Registration for the New Account: Check only one box to indicate the type of registration and complete the indicated lines, new address, and Tax ID. to avoid registration and spelling errors, (e.g., JOHN A DOE). Line 1. Enter the name of the New Owner, Custodian, Trustee,