BOI Filing Now Only Required for Foreign Companies

Updated 4/3/2025: U.S. domestic entities are no longer required to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI). However, if you're a foreign company doing business in the U.S., you must still file your BOI form.

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BOI Quick Facts

  • check_circle Domestic Companies: No longer required to file
  • check_circle Foreign Companies: Must file by deadline
  • check_circle Deadline: April 25, 2025 for existing entities
  • check_circle New Entities: 30 days after registration
  • check_circle Purpose: Corporate transparency compliance

What is the Beneficial Ownership Information Form?

Understanding BOI requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act

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What is BOI?

The BOI form is required under the Corporate Transparency Act to report information about individuals who own or control foreign companies operating in the U.S.

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Who Must File?

Foreign legal entities registered to do business in the U.S., including corporations, LLCs, and similar structures created through state filing.

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Beneficial Owner Definition

Anyone who owns/controls 25%+ of the company's equity or has significant influence over operations, finances, or decisions.

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Filing Deadlines

Before Jan 1, 2025: April 25, 2025
After Jan 1, 2025: 30 days after registration or April 25, 2025 (whichever is later)

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Exemptions

Large operating companies (20+ employees, $5M+ revenue) and certain regulated entities like banks and insurance companies may be exempt.

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Penalties

Failure to file can result in civil penalties up to $500 per day and criminal penalties including fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment.

Need to File Other IRS Forms?

While BOI requirements have changed, we can still help with your other tax compliance needs. We file 1099-NEC, W-2, 1095-C, 1095-B, and other IRS forms.