11/09/2026
Do you have a bank account in your home country? If the total across all your foreign accounts went over $10,000 at any point in the year, even for one day, you may have to file an FBAR. Most people who move to the US have never heard of it.
I’m Aradhana Aggarwal, a CPA. At a recent free webinar, half the people had no idea they were breaking this rule. In this video I explain what the FBAR is, who has to file, the traps that catch good people, and what to do if you’ve missed it.
⏱️ Chapters
0:00 Money back home?
0:21 What is the FBAR (FinCEN Form 114)?
0:45 Who has to file
0:54 The $10,000 rule (it’s the TOTAL)
1:22 3 traps that catch good people
1:57 It’s not only bank accounts
2:03 When is it due?
2:18 Penalties if you don’t file
2:38 Missed it? What to do
3:09 The simple version
📌 Key points
The FBAR is a separate form, filed online. It’s not part of your tax return.
It applies to US citizens, green card holders and US tax residents.
The $10,000 limit is the total of all your foreign accounts, at any point in the year.
Joint accounts with parents, signature authority and forgotten old accounts can all count.
It’s due April 15, with an automatic extension to October 15.
If you missed it by mistake, the IRS has programs that may help. Talk to a CPA before you file anything.
💬 Think this might be you? DM me or comment “TAXES” and my team will help you with the next step.
⚠️ This video is for education only. It’s not tax or legal advice for your specific situation.
https://youtu.be/EjAXruYoTVs?is=lnzCu3yJUPCrfSLU