| Package | FATCA (Model 1 & Model 2) | QI (Qualified Intermediary / US Withholding) |
|---|---|---|
| Starter |
FATCA Starter Package →
Mandatory once FFI status applies.
• Filing obligation opinion (FI/NFFE, Model 1 vs. Model 2, Non-Reporting/Annex II) • IRS registration (GIIN) & local competent-authority onboarding where required • National portal / data-sender setup (Model 1) or IDES readiness (Model 2) Goal: Ready to start compliant FATCA reporting (any jurisdiction) |
QI Start Pack →
Adoption is optional (business decision).
• QI scoping & benefits assessment • QI Agreement application; QI account setup (RO / POC) Goal: Establish governance & account for 1042 reporting/withholding |
| Build |
FATCA Build Package →
• Governance & policies (due diligence, indicia & curing, TIN handling)
• RACI & training (Front, Ops, IT, RO/Compliance) • Data model & mapping → national FATCA schema (Model 1) or Form 8966/IDES (Model 2) • End-to-end dry run (from onboarding to report file) |
QI Build Pack →
• Governance & policies (W-8/W-9, documentation, pools, rate determination)
• RACI & training (Front, Ops, IT, RO) • Data model & mapping → 1042-S / 1042; GL tie-outs • End-to-end dry run (docs → withholding → forms) |
| Run |
FATCA Run Pack →
• Annual filing (Model 1: to local authority; Model 2: Form 8966 via IDES)
• Error handling & corrections; back filings; authority liaison Goal: On-time, error-free submissions across jurisdictions |
QI Run Pack →
• Day-to-day operation (withholding, documentation upkeep)
• Year-end 1042-S / 1042 preparation & reconciliations; reclaims support Goal: Full US withholding tax & forms compliance |
| Assurance |
FATCA Voluntary Review →
Voluntary health check (process & data quality):
• Sampling (indicia, TIN campaigns, high-value reviews) • Findings & remediation plan |
QI Periodic Review (Independent) →
Mandatory Periodic Review every 3 years (+ RO certification) or pre-review check:
• Sampling & evidence • Report & certification readiness |