FBAR Guides & Knowledge Centre

Practical guides, updated regularly, designed for self-filing.

What is FBAR?
A beginner-friendly introduction to FBAR.
Who Must File FBAR
Filing threshold, U.S. person definition, edge cases.
How to File FBAR
Step-by-step with checklists and screenshots.
FBAR Exchange Rates
Which rates to use, how to convert, common mistakes.
FBAR Penalties
Non-willful vs willful, mitigation, practical tips.
Late Filing Options
Make-up filing paths and risk control.
FBAR and Cryptocurrency
When wallets and exchanges are reportable.
Joint/Child/Parent Accounts
Ownership, signature authority, family scenarios.
Common Mistakes & Pitfalls
Avoid double counting, missing institutions, rate issues.
FBAR vs FATCA
FBAR vs Form 8938—scope, thresholds, overlaps.
Official Resources
FinCEN/IRS links and authoritative references.