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Can form 8854 be filed electronically?

Can Form 8854 be filed electronically? Form 8854 should be filed with your income tax return if you have a tax return filing requirement for that year. Taxpayers with an AGI (Adjusted Gross Income) within a certain threshold are able to electronically file their tax return for free, using the IRS Free File.

What is the penalty for not filing form 8854?

A $10,000 penalty may be imposed for failure to file Form 8854 when required. IRS is sending notices to expatriates who have not complied with the Form 8854 requirements, including the imposition of the $10,000 penalty where appropriate.

How do I get IRS form and instructions?

They include: Downloading from IRS Forms Publications page. Picking up copies at an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center. Going to the IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center page. Requesting copies by phone 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).

How do I submit form 8854?

Attach your initial Form 8854 to your income tax return (Form 1040, 1040-SR, or 1040-NR) for the year that includes your expatriation date, and file your return by the due date of your tax return (including extensions). Also send a copy of your Form 8854, marked Copy, to the address under Where To File, later.

How do I file exit tax?

For some types of accounts, you have to file a form 8854 every year after expatriation. With other accounts, you may have to file a form 1040NR (Non-Resident) tax return and be subject to a flat 30% tax on all income.

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