If you have lost or forgotten your FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) ID or Access Code, there are several steps you can take to recover or reset them:
- Forgot FATCA ID or Access Code Link: On the login page, there is a link titled "Forgot FATCA ID or Access Code?" which provides information on how to obtain assistance with login issues, such as losing or forgetting your FATCA ID or access code. You can follow the instructions provided through this link to recover your login information.
- Resetting Access Code:
- If you need to reset your access code, you can do so by entering your FATCA ID and following the instructions to answer the challenge questions provided during registration. Once you have answered the challenge questions, you can type a new access code that meets the required criteria and confirm it.
- If you are unable to answer the challenge questions, you may need to contact the FATCA Help Desk for further assistance.
- Temporary Access Code for Member FIs: For member financial institutions (FIs), the registration system will generate a unique FATCA ID and a temporary access code when the lead FI adds a member. The member FI will be prompted to select a new access code and set answers to challenge questions upon logging in for the first time.
- Technical Support: If you are unable to reset your access code using the provided methods, you can visit the FATCA Registration System Technical Support page and scroll to the telephone support section for additional help.
- Point of Contact (POC) Authorization: If you are a Responsible Officer or a Point of Contact, you may need to contact the FATCA Help Desk and speak with a representative to have the access code reset if you are unable to utilize the "Forgot FATCA ID or Access Code" link.
By following these steps, you should be able to recover or reset your FATCA ID or access code and regain access to your FATCA account.
Sources:
Publication 5118 (07/2021)
Publication 5190 (2/2022)
IRS Provides Taxpayer ID Number Relief for Some FFIs Under FATCA
