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Instructions for IRS Form 8854 Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement
This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 8854 , Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 8854 is available for download through this link.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8854?
A: IRS Form 8854 is the Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8854?
A: U.S. citizens who have renounced their citizenship or long-term residents who have ended their U.S. residency status need to file IRS Form 8854.
Q: When should IRS Form 8854 be filed?
A: The form should be filed with the IRS on the date of expatriation or termination of residency.
Q: What information is required on IRS Form 8854?
A: The form requires information about your income, assets, and other financial information for the year of expatriation or termination of residency.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing IRS Form 8854?
A: Yes, there are penalties for failing to file IRS Form 8854, including a potential loss of certain tax benefits.
Instruction Details:
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