Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) filings related to foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States

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The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) requires various filings related to foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States and U.S. investment abroad. Here are some key filings:

• BE-13: Required when a foreign entity acquires at least 10% voting interest in a U.S. business or establishes a new legal entity in the U.S.
• BE-605: A quarterly survey for U.S. affiliates with assets, sales, or net income exceeding $60 million.
• BE-15: An annual survey for U.S. businesses owned or controlled by foreign entities.
• BE-12: A benchmark survey for U.S. businesses with foreign ownership of 10% or more.
• BE-10: A benchmark survey conducted every five years to collect data on U.S. investment in foreign entities.

Each filing has specific deadlines and requirements. You can find more details on the BEA website.