FBAR & FATCA Explained | Reporting Foreign Bank Accounts as a U.S. Expat

Find out when and how U.S. expats must report foreign bank and investment accounts under FBAR (FinCEN 114) and FATCA (Form 8938). Learn thresholds, deadlines, and penalties for 2025.

PART OF THE U.S. EXPAT TAX SERIES BY TAX.TRAVEL

10/20/20231 min read

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Part of the U.S. Expat Tax Series by Tax.Travel

This article is part of Antravia’s U.S. Expat Tax Series - a collection of practical guides for Americans living or working abroad. Whether you’re a long-term expat, digital nomad, or remote entrepreneur, these resources explain how to stay compliant with the IRS while reducing double taxation and managing your finances internationally.

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Looking for more expat tax guidance? Visit tax.travel/us-expats for detailed resources on filing from abroad, FBAR and FATCA rules, and other essentials for U.S. citizens overseas.

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