Complete Form 8938 and TDF 90-22.1 Guidance In Simple Chart Form

The IRS has just published further information on when to file forms 8938 (to report foreign financial assets) and TDF 90-22.1 (FBAR) to report foreign financial accounts. Their guidance clarifies when foreign currency and precious metals located in foreign countries must be reported. The Chart is easy to understand and can be read HERE.

If the value of  the assets in your Fideicomiso, Mexican bank accounts and Mexican corportion exceed the thresholds set forth in this table, they must be reported on this form as well as on Forms 5471, 3520, 3520A, etc.

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