does a Canadian RESP need to get a US EIN?

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Marina
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does a Canadian RESP need to get a US EIN?

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to file form 3520-A?
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No.
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But in line with your other question, no Cdn trustee is going to file these for you, you file them.
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Post by Mark T Serbinski CA CPA »

Note: We have had IRS requests for SS-4 forms for Canadian trusts filing 3520/3520A forms. In many cases, IRS assigns the EIN and then asks for the SS-4.

We have taken the position that we will submit an SS-4 with any new 3520/3520A filing for TFSA or RESP accounts.
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Post by smzsul »

What kind of trust do I need the select when submitting the IRS online form for EIN for a Canadian RESP ?. I was thinking - Guardianship with one of my kids as the beneficiary. Is this correct ?.
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