SEC Compliance For Non-U.S. Companies: 6 Tips on Filing Your Next Form 6-K

When a Foreign Private Issuer (FPI) lists securities in the United States, it becomes subject to reporting obligations under Section 13 of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including the requirement to file an annual report on Form 20‑F and to furnish current reports on Form 6‑K for material information. These obligations can encompass a wide range of developments—from changes in business operations, management or financial condition to material transactions, legal proceedings and shareholder votes—making ongoing compliance both critical and complex. As global companies navigate these disclosure requirements, efficiency, accuracy and timing are essential. Drawing on DFIN’s extensive experience supporting thousands of regulatory filings worldwide, this resource highlights key considerations for Form 6‑K reporting and introduces a practical pre‑filing checklist developed by the DFIN ActiveDisclosure^SM team. Purpose‑built for SEC and financial reporting, ActiveDisclosure enables faster, more collaborative workflows and helps current and future FPIs better prepare for successful Form 6‑K filings by addressing common challenges related to formatting, exhibit indexing and filing timelines.