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FATCA & Its Impact on North American Financial Institutions

Watch this informative and instructional webinar focusing on the impact FATCA legislation is having on North American financial institutions.

FATCA and It's Impact On North American Financial Institutions
FATCA and It's Impact On North American Financial Institutions This webinar focusses on the impact FATCA legislation is having on North American financial institutions. Get a better understanding of the mechanics, scope and impact of the recently enacted FATCA legislation.

In an ever-changing and increasingly complex environment, Financial Institutions need to be aware of the trends, issues and legislative decisions that are shaping the current regulatory landscape.

Constant vigilance and continuing education are critical when it comes to effectively managing the demands and requirements faced by today’s Financial Institutions and their partner entities.

Listen as Western Union Business Solutions presents an informative and instructional webinar focusing on the impact FATCA legislation is having on North American financial institutions. During this 60-minute session - our presenter, Nancy Atkinson from Aite Group*, provides you with a better understanding of the mechanics, scope and impact of the recently enacted FATCA legislation.

Watch this webinar and you will learn all about The Five W's of FATCA:

  • When this legislation was enacted
  • Why the US introduced FATCA legislation
  • Who is impacted by FATCA
  • Where the legislation applies
  • What is required of Financial Institutions because of FATCA

We also examine a related compliance requirement that predated FATCA, the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR), which we discuss and align with FATCA. We conclude with a look at the current status of FATCA and the global response to this legislation.

*The slides contained in this webinar are solely the views/content of the presenters and their firms. Western Union Business Solutions has had no involvement in the preparation, and accepts no responsibility for, these slides or any information contained therein. Furthermore, Western Union Business Solutions makes no representations or warranties whatsoever regarding the quality, content, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained in this presentation. We would urge you to consult your tax, legal and compliance professionals to determine the extent to the issues presented will impact your business.