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The document provides detailed instructions for Form 5471, which is used by U.S. persons who are officers, directors, or shareholders in certain foreign corporations to report information required under the Internal Revenue Code. It outlines the purpose of the form, who must file it, filing deadlines, categories of filers, exceptions from filing, penalties for non-compliance, and specific instructions for various schedules associated with Form 5471. The document also includes updates on changes to the form and its schedules as of January 2021.

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Begin by entering your identifying information at the top of the form, including your name and address.
In Item B, select the appropriate category of filer that describes your situation. Make sure to check all applicable boxes.
Proceed to complete Schedule A, which requires details about the foreign corporation's ownership structure and financials.
Fill out Schedule B, providing information on U.S. shareholders and their respective ownership percentages.
Continue with Schedule C, where you will report income and expenses related to the foreign corporation.
Complete any additional schedules as required based on your category of filing, ensuring all relevant information is accurately reported.

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What is 5471 summary?

Form 5471 is an information return rather than a tax return, which means it typically doesnt affect how much tax you have to pay. Rather, it gives the IRS information about which U.S. persons have stakes in a foreign corporation. This helps prevent taxpayers from hiding funds overseas.

What triggers form 5471?

If youre a U.S. citizen or expat with significant ownership in a foreign corporation, Form 5471 is a crucial IRS filing requirement. The form must be filed within the annual accounting period to avoid penalties.

What triggers a 5471 filing?

One example that would trigger an obligation to file a Form 5471 is if a corporation has had more than a 10 percent change in ownership.

How to avoid filing form 5471?

Lets take a look at a few common ways a taxpayer may be able to minimize Form 5471 Filing: Dormant Corporation. When a foreign corporation is dormant, then there are much more limited requirements for filing and reporting. Multiple Filers, Same Information. Certain Constructive Owners.

Who is required to file IRS form 5471?

Form 5471 is used by certain U.S. persons who are officers, directors, or shareholders in certain foreign corporations. The form and schedules are used to satisfy the reporting requirements of sections 6038 and 6046, and the related regulations.

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Not reporting all of your income is an easy-to-avoid red flag that can lead to an audit. Taking excessive business tax deductions and mixing business and personal expenses can lead to an audit. The IRS mostly audits tax returns of those earning more than $200,000 and corporations with more than $10 million in assets.

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