

This advanced international tax compliance program explores the evolving requirements under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS).
Presented by Michael Steffany, Esq. (Withers Bergman LLP, U.S.) and Martin D. Killer (Grant Thornton UK Advisory & Tax LLP), the course delves into both U.S. tax reporting obligations and global CRS frameworks affecting financial institutions, family offices, and multinational entities.
Through practical insights and real-world examples, the program covers:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
🌍 Jurisdictional Relevance
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Country / Region |
Relevance Level |
Details |
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🇺🇸 United States |
Primary |
FATCA is a U.S. federal law administered by the IRS. The course provides in-depth coverage of U.S. reporting, withholding obligations, and GIIN registration. |
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
High |
CRS compliance guidance is presented from a UK perspective (Grant Thornton UK). Includes HMRC practices, reporting penalties, and compliance reviews. |
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🇨🇦 Canada |
High |
Canada participates in both CRS and FATCA through an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA). Relevant to Canadian financial institutions and compliance officers managing cross-border accounts and OECD data exchange. |
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🌐 Global / OECD |
High |
CRS 2.0 and CARF are OECD-led frameworks that impact all participating jurisdictions starting January 2026. Global best practices and implementation strategies are included. |
This course includes: