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QI FAQs

Everything you need to know about qualified intermediaries. If you don't find the answer to your question here, feel free to submit a question.

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The following FAQs are for informational purposes only. You are strongly advised to seek the advice of a QI expert regarding the application of the QI rules to any specific situation. Please see our important legal notice and Circular 230 disclaimer.

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General information about QIs and the QI regime.

FAQs about the renewal of the QI Agreement.

Information about the annual QI reporting requirements on IRS Form 1042 and 1042-S.

FAQs about documentation of customers required by the QI Agreement, including Form W-8BEN, W-9 and the know-your-customer rules.

Information about Private Arrangement Intermediaries (PAI).