BE-12
BEA's benchmark survey of foreign direct investment in the United States.
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What is BE-12?
It is a mandatory survey conducted by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) to collect data on foreign direct investment in the US.
All US businesses with foreign ownership should complete this to ensure a comprehensive and accurate view of foreign investment data.
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Mandatory for
U.S. businesses in which a foreign person or entity owns or controls more than 10% of the voting securities.
Penalties
The possible penalties for not filing can be civilpenalties of:
- $2,500 to $25,000
- A criminal penalty of $10,000.
FAQs
The BE-12 is the Bureau of Economic Analysis benchmark survey of foreign direct investment in the US, conducted every five years. It is a statistical filing, not a tax one.
A US company with significant foreign ownership is in scope whether or not the BEA contacts it. More on foreign investment reporting.
The BEA sets deadlines for each five-year cycle, with a later date for electronic filers than for paper.
Since the dates change each cycle, check the BEA's current deadline rather than carrying forward a previous one. More on BEA reporting.
US businesses with a qualifying level of foreign ownership in the benchmark year. The obligation applies whether or not the BEA sends you a form.
Because this is a five-yearly survey, check which benchmark cycle is current and what it requires. More on BEA reporting.
Still have questions?
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