⚠️ NOTICE: Under current FinCEN rules, U.S.-created entities and U.S. persons are exempt from BOI reporting. Qualifying foreign entities registered to do business in a U.S. state or Tribal jurisdiction may still have BOI reporting obligations.
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Understanding the FinCEN BOIR Form
What is the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR)?
A Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) is filed with FinCEN under the Corporate Transparency Act. Under current rules, only qualifying foreign reporting companies—entities formed under foreign law and registered to do business in a U.S. state or Tribal jurisdiction—must file. U.S.-created entities are exempt. Reportable BOI is collected only for non-U.S.-person beneficial owners and company applicants.
Key Points About the BOIR:
- Mandated by: Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
- Applies to: Qualifying foreign reporting companies
- Deadline: Generally 30 days after effective U.S. registration
Does Your Foreign Company Need to File?
Qualifying foreign reporting companies can check eligibility and file accurately within the applicable FinCEN deadline. U.S.-created entities are currently exempt.
BOIR Information
What Information is Reported?
Qualifying foreign reporting companies report company information plus required information only for reportable non-U.S.-person beneficial owners and company applicants, including:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Current residential or business address
- Unique identifying number (e.g., passport or driver's license number)
Who Still Needs to File a BOIR?
Current BOIR Filing Scope
Current BOI reporting applies only to qualifying foreign reporting companies. U.S.-created corporations, LLCs, and other domestic entities are exempt. Foreign reporting companies generally report only non-U.S.-person beneficial owners and company applicants.
- Formed under the laws of a country outside the United States
- Registered to do business in a U.S. state or tribal jurisdiction
- Not otherwise exempt under FinCEN’s rules
- Only non-U.S.-person beneficial owners and company applicants are reported
Process
File Your BOIR in 3 Simple Steps
Complete Secure Online Form
Enter your business and beneficial ownership details.
We Review Accuracy & Compliance
We validate your submission before sending to FinCEN.
Submit to FinCEN & Get Confirmation
Receive a filing receipt you can download
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a BOIR?
A Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) provides required company and ownership information to FinCEN. Under current rules, the filing requirement applies to qualifying foreign reporting companies—not entities created under U.S. law.
How do I file the FinCEN BOIR report?
With BOIR Reporting Service, you’ll receive timely reminders when it’s time to file based on your business’s formation date. We’ll collect the necessary information from you, prepare an accurate report with details about your company’s beneficial owners, and file it on your behalf with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). You’ll receive a confirmation once the report is successfully submitted, so you can be confident in meeting the compliance
Who is a Beneficial Owner?
A beneficial owner is anyone who either:
- Directly or indirectly owns or controls at least 25% of the company’s ownership interests, or
- Exercises substantial control over the business.
What is an example of a beneficial owner with substantial control?
- Key decision-makers within the company,
- Senior officers such as the President, CEO, CFO, General Counsel, or COO,
- Individuals with the authority to appoint or remove officers or directors.
Who must file a BOIR?
A qualifying foreign reporting company—an entity formed under foreign law and registered to do business in a U.S. state or Tribal jurisdiction—must file unless an exemption applies. Entities created under U.S. law are currently exempt.