Common Reporting Standard

Definition ∞ The Common Reporting Standard is an information standard for the automatic exchange of financial account information between tax authorities globally. Developed by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, it mandates financial institutions to collect and report specific data on non-resident account holders. This standard aims to prevent offshore tax evasion by providing tax administrations with a clear view of financial assets held abroad. It establishes a consistent framework for international tax transparency.
Context ∞ The Common Reporting Standard is frequently referenced in discussions about global tax compliance and its extension to digital assets. Regulators are actively considering how to adapt CRS principles to cover crypto-assets, which presents complexities due to their decentralized nature and pseudonymous transactions. The evolution of CRS, particularly with the proposed Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, remains a significant topic for financial institutions and digital asset service providers alike.