This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of IRS Form 8898 for the current year.
This is a tax form that was released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury on October 1, 2021. Check the official IRS-issued instructions before completing and submitting the form.
Q: What is IRS Form 8898?
A: IRS Form 8898 is a statement for individuals who begin or end bona fide residence in a U.S. possession.
Q: Who needs to file IRS Form 8898?
A: Individuals who start or end their bona fide residence in a U.S. possession are required to file IRS Form 8898.
Q: What is considered a U.S. possession?
A: U.S. possessions include Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.
Q: What information is required on IRS Form 8898?
A: IRS Form 8898 requires information about your residency status, the specific U.S. possession, and the dates of your bona fide residence.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 8898?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 8898 is generally the same as the deadline for your individual income tax return, which is usually April 15th.
Q: Are there any penalties for not filing IRS Form 8898?
A: Yes, there can be penalties for not filing IRS Form 8898, so it's important to meet the filing requirements if you qualify.
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