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FATCA CRS
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FATCA & CRS Specialist (FCS®)
Globally recognized FATCA & CRS certification by GCI, accredited by LIBF (UK).
Duration
16 Hours
Level
INTERMEDIATE
Enrollment
Open
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FATCA & CRS Specialist (FCS®) Preparation Training
Leading professional certification training in the MENA region
Program Overview
The FCS® Certification Program provides comprehensive training on FATCA and CRS implementation, reporting, and governance. Designed to help professionals manage international tax compliance obligations and regulatory reporting with confidence. Accredited by GCI and The London Institute of Banking & Finance (UK).
Why It Matters
Non-compliance with FATCA and CRS can lead to Regulatory penalties, Withholding taxes, Cross-border restrictions, and Reputational damage. This program enables organizations to Maintain global tax transparency, Reduce compliance risk, and Meet international regulatory expectations.
Job-Ready Skills
Develop hands-on FATCA & CRS compliance expertise including: Entity classification, Due diligence framework design, Documentation validation, Reportable account identification, Regulatory reporting preparation, and Audit response management.
What You Will Master in This Training
Comprehensive FATCA CRS skills for banking and finance professionals
FATCA Agreements & Scope: Model 1 & Model 2 IGAs, FFI agreements, Entity classification, Compliance obligations
FATCA Registration & Governance: IRS registration, GIIN management, IDES setup, Certification & renewal, Risk management
FATCA Documentation & Due Diligence: Compliance frameworks, Responsible Officer roles, Pre-existing & new accounts, W-9, W-8BEN, Secrecy waivers
FATCA Reporting: Entity and account reporting, Shareholder reporting, Payment reporting, Pooled and nil reporting
CRS Compliance Management: Participating jurisdictions, Individual & entity accounts, Anti-avoidance rules, FATCA vs CRS comparison
Who Should Attend?
This certification is essential for compliance and risk professionals across the financial sector
� Financial Institutions
- FATCA/CRS Officers
- Banking & Insurance Professionals
- Brokerage & Investment Teams
- Compliance Managers
🏛️ Regulators & Authorities
- Central Bank Staff
- Tax Authority Officials
- Financial Regulators
- Policy Officers
⚖️ Advisors & Providers
- Tax Consultants
- Legal Advisors
- Reporting System Providers
- RegTech Vendors
Why Choose Edu-Dubai?
Leading professional training provider in the MENA region
Accredited Curriculum
Aligned with global FATCA & CRS standards.
Practical Training
Real implementation case studies.
Advanced Resources
Mock audits and reporting simulations.
Expert Faculty
Trainers with international tax compliance experience.
Extended Support
Free reinforcement sessions if required.
First-Attempt Focus
Our goal is certification success.
Certification Exam Details
Everything you need to know about the certification process
50 Scenario-Based Questions
Questions
Online Proctored Exam
Duration
75%
Passing Score
Multiple Choice
Exam Format
Exam Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility
- Open to compliance, tax, and reporting professionals
- No mandatory prerequisites
Training Structure
- Duration: 2 Days (Intensive Program)
- Includes:
- Exam Preparation
- Multiple Mock Tests
- Case Simulations
Registration Process
- Enroll with Edu-Dubai
- Attend Live Training
- Complete Practice Assessments
- Sit for Proctored Exam
- Receive Certification
Personalized Support
- Individual performance assessment
- Half-day free reinforcement (if needed)
- Ongoing mentoring
Disclaimer: Assessment access, certificate issuance, and credit allocation are governed by GCI. Training fees charged by EduDubai are separate from GCI certificate fees unless specified otherwise in a bundle.