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Form 8902

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
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Form 8902

Alternative Tax on Qualifying Shipping Activities

Rev. April 2018

Form 8902 is a form used by corporations to report qualifying shipping activities and calculate alternative tax on those activities. The form requires information about the corporation, its subsidiaries, and the vessels included in the election for the electing group. It also asks for gross income from core qualifying activities, qualifying secondary activities, and qualifying incidental activities. Part III of the form requires information about the vessel, including its name, IMO number, USCG VIN number, flag, date flagged, type, and use. The form also has a section for notional shipping income, which is calculated by multiplying the dead weight tons by 0.004, subtracting net tons, and then multiplying the result by 0.002. The final step is to calculate the annual notional shipping income by summing all columns of Part IV. Form 8902 also includes a section for alternative tax on qualifying shipping activities, which is calculated based on the highest rate of tax specified in Section 11.

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FAQ
  • What is the definition of 'Ownership Percentage'?

    The Ownership Percentage refers to the percentage of ownership that a corporation has in a vessel. It is used to determine how much notional interest expense should be reported on Form 8902.

  • What are the two alternative tax rates for corporations?

    The two alternative tax rates for corporations are 35% and 21%. The higher rate is used if the corporation does not have a valid election in place, while the lower rate (21%) is used if a valid election is in place.

  • What is Form 8902 used for?

    Form 8902, also known as the 'Notional Interest Expense' form, is used to calculate the amount of interest expense that should be reported on a taxpayer's return for a given year. It is typically used in situations where a taxpayer has entered into a leveraged transaction (such as issuing debt or equity), and it helps to ensure that the taxpayer reports enough interest expense to avoid being in a net income position.

  • Which columns should be completed for a leased vessel?

    For a leased vessel, the following columns should be completed: O (for owned), L (for leased), CL (for capitalized lease), and TC (if the vessel is time-chartered).

  • What is the purpose of Form 8902?

    The purpose of Form 8902 is to calculate notional interest expense, which is used to determine a taxpayer's interest deduction limit. It is also used to ensure that a taxpayer does not have an indefinite postponement of their income.

  • What is the purpose of Part V of Form 8902?

    Part V of Form 8902 is used to calculate alternative tax on qualifying shipping activities. It is an optional tax calculation that allows a corporation to pay a reduced amount of tax based on their qualifying shipping income.

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Tax forms

Form 8902 is one of Tax forms that are documents used to report information about an individual's or business's income, deductions, and tax liability to the relevant tax authority. These forms are necessary to comply with tax laws and fulfill tax obligations. Tax forms vary depending on the country and the specific tax requirements in place. Here are some common types of tax forms:

Individual Tax Forms: These forms are used by individual taxpayers to report their personal income and claim deductions, credits, and exemptions. Examples include the 1040 form in the United States or the Self-Assessment Tax Return form in the United Kingdom.

Business Tax Forms: Business tax forms are used by companies, partnerships, or self-employed individuals to report their business income, expenses, and other tax-related information. Examples include the Schedule C form (Profit or Loss from Business) in the United States or the CT600 form (Company Tax Return) in the United Kingdom.

Payroll Tax Forms: These forms are used by employers to report the wages, salaries, and taxes withheld from their employees' paychecks. Examples include the W-2 form in the United States or the P60 form in the United Kingdom.

Sales Tax Forms: Sales tax forms are used by businesses to report and remit sales tax collected on taxable goods or services. The specific sales tax forms vary by jurisdiction.

Value Added Tax (VAT) Forms: VAT forms are used in countries that impose a value-added tax to report and remit VAT collected on sales and claim VAT credits for purchases. Examples include the VAT return forms used in many countries.

Estimated Tax Forms: Estimated tax forms are used to report and pay estimated taxes on income that is not subject to withholding, such as self-employment income or investment income.

These are just a few examples of the numerous tax forms that may exist. The specific forms required depend on the tax laws and regulations in your country or jurisdiction. It is important to consult the tax authority's guidelines or seek professional advice to determine which forms are applicable to your situation.

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