Course Outline

Seat Time: 0.75hrs 

This course will provide information on the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), including details on financial institution exemptions and compliance requirements. The course explores how FATCA combats tax law noncompliance within the United States. Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:

• Effectively implement FATCA requirements in the institution.
• Understand the importance and requirements of the tax law.
• Prepare for FATCA application within the financial institution.

Course Topics

T1. Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA): This topic defines FATCA, provides an explanation on its purpose, and discusses who is affected by this legislation.

T2. FATCA Implementation: This topic discusses how the IRS will implement FATCA.

T3. How FATCA Works: This topics discuses how FATCA applies to FFIs and NFFEs.