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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 of Specified Foreign Financial Assets.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8938?
A: US taxpayers who have specified foreign financial assets above a certain threshold must file IRS Form 8938.
Q: What are specified foreign financial assets?
A: Specified foreign financial assets include things like bank accounts, brokerage accounts, and certain foreign investments.
Q: What is the threshold for filing IRS Form 8938?
A: The threshold for filing IRS Form 8938 varies depending on marital status and residency.
Q: Is IRS Form 8938 required for foreign bank accounts?
A: Yes, foreign bank accounts are included in the specified foreign financial assets that require filing IRS Form 8938.
Q: Are there penalties for not filing IRS Form 8938?
A: Yes, there can be penalties for failing to file IRS Form 8938 or for filing it incorrectly.
Form Details:
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