Amending Changes: Foreign Agent Form NSD-5 Revamp
Published Date: 4/10/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Justice is updating a form (NSD-5) that foreign agents use to report changes in their registration. This update affects anyone who files this form and asks for public feedback by June 9, 2026. The goal is to make the form clearer and easier to use without adding extra costs or time burdens.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Mandatory FARA Amendment Filing
If you are a person or organization required to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), you must file the Amendment to Registration Statement (Form NSD-5) when required by the Act. Filing this webform is required by statute and failure to provide the information is subject to the penalty and enforcement provisions in Section 8 of FARA.
Estimated Time Burden Per Filing
The Justice Department estimates about 700 respondents will complete Form NSD-5 each year, and each respondent will take 0.75 hours to complete the form. The estimated total annual time burden is 525 hours (700 × 0.75 = 525).
No Filing Fee for NSD-5
There is no fee to file Form NSD-5. The Department estimates the total annual other costs burden is $0.00 and states no registrant must pay a fee when filing this form.
Webform Improvements Aim to Reduce Burden
The Department says the revised NSD-5 webform includes improved e-File features and is intended to be clearer and easier to use without adding extra costs or time burdens. The 0.75-hour estimate reflects the improved e-File features.
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