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Notes on Form 5472 and US tax compliance.

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Do you need an EIN before filing Form 5472?

Yes — and getting one as a foreign owner without an SSN or ITIN involves a different process than most guides assume. Here's what actually happens at the IRS.

Sep 1, 20261 min read
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