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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.
Q: What is IRS Form 8854?
A: IRS Form 8854 is used to report expatriation from the United States.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8854?
A: U.S. citizens or long-term residents who have expatriated from the United States.
Q: When should IRS Form 8854 be filed?
A: Form 8854 should be filed on the date of expatriation.
Q: What information is required on IRS Form 8854?
A: The form requires personal information, expatriation details, and financial information.
Q: What is the purpose of filing IRS Form 8854?
A: The form is used to calculate and report any potential income tax liabilities upon expatriation.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing IRS Form 8854?
A: Yes, failure to file Form 8854 may result in significant penalties.
Q: Can I e-file IRS Form 8854?
A: No, Form 8854 must be filed by mail and cannot be e-filed.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing IRS Form 8854?
A: No, there are no fees to file Form 8854.
Q: Is IRS Form 8854 the only form I need to file when expatriating?
A: No, you may also need to file other forms such as Form 1040 or Form 1040NR.
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