FinCEN’s Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements

Starting January 1, 2024, many companies will be required to report information to the U.S. government about who ultimately owns and controls them.

What is the new BOI rule?

The Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Rule is aimed at enhancing transparency and preventing financial crimes. It mandates that certain small businesses collect and report information about their beneficial owners to FinCEN.

What are the changes in LLC in 2024?

Starting January 1, 2024, existing and newly formed limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations will be required to report certain ownership and management information to the Federal Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”).

Who needs to file BOI form?

A reporting company must report its company applicants only if it is either a: Domestic reporting company created in the United States on or after January 1, 2024; or. Foreign reporting company first registered to do business in the United States on or after January 1, 2024.

What companies are exempt from the Corporate Transparency Act?

Large businesses and those extensively regulated by the federal or state government – such as banks, insurance companies, certain investment funds, and publicly traded companies under SEC regulation – are exempt from the CTA and will not be subject to “reporting company” disclosure obligations.

Consequence for failing to file?


Willfully providing false information or failing to report or update beneficial ownership information may result in significant penalties. The civil penalty for a violation is $500 per day, while criminal penalties include fines of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both.

For more information and FAQs, please visit

 https://www.fincen.gov/boi-faqs