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Q: What is IRS Form 8966?
A: IRS Form 8966 is the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) Report.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8966?
A: Financial institutions and certain other entities that have custody, as well as account holders or investors, must file IRS Form 8966.
Q: What is the purpose of IRS Form 8966?
A: The purpose of IRS Form 8966 is to report information about foreign financial accounts, assets, and investments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Q: What information is required on IRS Form 8966?
A: IRS Form 8966 requires information about the foreign financial institution, the account holders or investors, and the account balances and income.
Q: When is IRS Form 8966 due?
A: IRS Form 8966 is due annually, with the deadline to file typically falling on or around March 31st.
Q: Is there a penalty for not filing IRS Form 8966?
A: Yes, there may be penalties for not filing IRS Form 8966, including monetary fines.
Q: Can I file IRS Form 8966 electronically?
A: Yes, IRS Form 8966 can be filed electronically through the IRS's International Data Exchange Service (IDES).
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