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IRS Form 8938
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IRS Form 8938 Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets
What Is IRS Form 8938?
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 8938?
A: IRS Form 8938 is a statement used to report specified foreign financial assets.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8938?
A: U.S. taxpayers who have specified foreign financial assets that meet the reporting threshold.
Q: What are specified foreign financial assets?
A: Specified foreign financial assets include bank accounts, investment accounts, and certain other financial assets held outside the United States.
Q: What is the reporting threshold for IRS Form 8938?
A: The reporting threshold varies depending on the taxpayer's filing status and whether they live in the United States or abroad.
Q: Is IRS Form 8938 the same as FBAR?
A: No, IRS Form 8938 is not the same as Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR). Both forms may be required to be filed separately.
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