Welcome to
TAXXperience
Empowering You with Cross-Border Tax Knowledge
What we offer
Training & Seminars
Our classroom or on-site training programs and seminars are designed to enhance your understanding of cross-border tax implications, compliance requirements, and planning strategies.
Trainings can be booked on-site at your office. Seminars are held regularly in financial centres around the world.
Subject areas
We specialise in Qualified Intermediary/ US Withholding, FATCA, CRS, CCO, DACs, FASTER and DTAs.
Presentations & Lectures
From financial institutions to cruise liners, both business and individuals benefit from our fascinating lectures offering insight into the complex universe of cross-border tax. Get in touch to discuss your particular needs and the type of audience you want to delight.
Induction to Cross-border Tax Compliance
Comprehensive yet concise, this in-house classroom course works according to the ´bootcamp´ principle and is especially designed for newly hired staff on the 1st or 2nd line of Defence in Financial institutions, or employees planning a career change.
All materials are in English. Course delivery is available in German or English.
One day - and you're covered!
The following modules are included, but can be left out if requested.
The Principles of Int. Tax
1. Definition & scope
2. Reasons for tax rules
3. Legal basis for DTAs
4. Types of DTAs (UN Model Treaty and OECD Model Treaty)
5. Relief methods
6. Taxation of non-residents
7. Anti-avoidance
8. Impact on affected financial institutions – residence of individuals
9. QI, FATCA and CRS as offspring
Qualified Intermediary & US Withholding
1. Background, legal framework
2. Scope and objectives
3. Modus operandi
4. The QI Agreement – obligations (identification, documentation, reporting and
withholding), compliance framework, certification
5. Various forms in use (1099, 1042, 1042-s)
6. Risks (penalties, material failure, events of default, QI Status)
FATCA
1. Background, legal framework
2. Scope and objectives
3. Modus operandi
4. IGA Model 1 and 2
5. Relevant forms (W8, W9, self-certs)
6. Reporting, withholding
7. Risks (penalties a.o.)
CRS
1. Background, legal framework
2. Scope and objectives
3. Modus operandi
4. Forms (self-certs, overlaps with FATCA or QI)
5. Reporting
6. Risks (penalties)
DAC6, DAC8/CRS 2.0/CARF
1. Origins, legal framework
2. Current status
3. Impact on FI´s obligations
4. Risks of non-compliance
Course runs from 09.30 – 17.00
A certificate of attendance will be provided.
About
TAXXperience
Our Mission
Our mission at TAXXperience is to turn the complexities of cross-border tax into accessible, practical knowledge to individuals, businesses, and professionals worldwide.
What we do
Who we are
TAXXperience is dedicated to providing high-quality training, consultancy, presentations and lectures on the ever dynamic topic of cross-border tax. We are committed to equipping individuals and businesses with the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the complexities of international tax laws and regulations.
TAXXperience was founded and is managed by Leo Schikhof, an experienced cross-border tax expert who held management and governance positions in the financial industry in Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, USA, Germany and the UK.
Get In Touch
Reach out to TAXXperience for all your cross-border tax training, consultancy, and presentation needs. Our experts are ready to assist you in achieving a deeper understanding of international tax matters.