This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of IRS Form 8966 for the current year.
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Q: What is IRS Form 8966?
A: IRS Form 8966 is used to report information about U.S. taxpayers who have foreign financial accounts.
Q: What is FATCA?
A: FATCA stands for Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act, which requires U.S. taxpayers to report their foreign financial accounts to the IRS.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8966?
A: Financial institutions, such as banks and investment firms, are required to file IRS Form 8966 to report information about their U.S. account holders.
Q: What information is reported on Form 8966?
A: Form 8966 reports information about U.S. account holders, including their names, addresses, account numbers, and account balances.
Q: When is IRS Form 8966 due?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 8966 is March 31 of the year following the reporting year.
Q: Is there a penalty for not filing Form 8966?
A: Yes, there can be penalties for financial institutions that do not comply with the reporting requirements of Form 8966.
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