Practical guide
FBAR preparation checklist
Build the account inventory and filing-year record before preparation begins.
Read the guideFBAR resource library
Practical guides for preparing an FBAR.
Original, source-linked explanations designed to help U.S. expats organize the filing—not to replace advice for complex facts.
Practical guide
What FBAR preparation costs
See the published account tiers and what the professional fee covers.
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Information needed for an FBAR
Understand what FinCEN Form 114 asks for—without putting it in a public form.
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FBAR deadline and automatic extension
Separate the annual FBAR dates from income-tax return extension rules.
Read the guideHow these guides are maintained
Every launch guide is written under Chip Moreno’s name, displays a reviewed date, links directly to official IRS or FinCEN material, and avoids generic penalty warnings or promises about an individual result.
The original collection was reviewed September 5, 2026; guide content and navigation were updated October 23, 2026. Each guide distinguishes its review date from later content updates. Official instructions and individual facts control.
Ready when you are
Ready to move from reading to preparation?
Share the filing year, timing, and approximate account count—without financial identifiers or documents.