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FBAR & FATCA Reporting Services
Foreign financial accounts or assets may create separate FBAR and Form 8938 reporting obligations. FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) is filed electronically with FinCEN, separately from your U.S. income tax return. When required, Form 8938 is attached to the applicable annual tax return. Filing one form does not replace the other.
Henriquez Accounting & Tax Services helps individuals and businesses review applicable thresholds, account ownership and reporting requirements. We provide FBAR and Form 8938 preparation support throughout Florida and nationwide.
What Is FBAR Reporting?
A U.S. person generally must file an FBAR when they have a financial interest in, or signature authority over, foreign financial accounts whose combined value exceeds $10,000 at any time during the calendar year. Exceptions may apply. FBAR is submitted through FinCEN’s BSA E-Filing System, separately from an income tax return.
Source: FinCEN FBAR reporting guidance.
Foreign accounts may include:
- Foreign checking accounts
- Foreign savings accounts
- Foreign investment accounts
- Foreign retirement accounts
- Joint foreign accounts
- Accounts where you have signature authority
Failure to file FBAR can result in significant penalties, even when no tax is owed.


What Is FATCA Form 8938?
The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) requires certain U.S. taxpayers to disclose foreign financial assets on Form 8938.
Foreign assets may include:
- Foreign bank accounts
- Foreign brokerage accounts
- Foreign stocks and securities
- Interests in foreign entities
- Foreign trusts
- Foreign pensions
- Certain foreign insurance products
Form 8938 applies to specified individuals and certain domestic entities whose specified foreign financial assets exceed the applicable threshold. Thresholds differ by filing status and whether the individual qualifies as living abroad. An individual who is not required to file an income tax return generally does not need to file Form 8938, even if assets exceed the threshold. FBAR obligations must be evaluated separately.
Sources: IRS FATCA guidance for individuals and IRS comparison of Form 8938 and FBAR.
FBAR & FATCA Services We Provide
FBAR Preparation (FinCEN Form 114)
We prepare and electronically file FBAR reports for taxpayers with foreign financial accounts.
FATCA Form 8938 Preparation
We determine filing requirements and prepare Form 8938 as part of your tax return.
Foreign Asset Review
We review foreign accounts and investments to identify reporting requirements.
Prior-Year FBAR Compliance
If you failed to file FBARs in previous years, we can help evaluate available compliance options.
International Tax Compliance
We assist taxpayers with a variety of international reporting requirements and foreign asset disclosures.
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Henriquez Accounting & Tax Services provides professional FBAR, FATCA, Form 8938, and international tax compliance services for individuals and businesses throughout Florida and nationwide.
Common Countries We Work With
We assist clients with foreign accounts and assets located in:
- Dominican Republic
- Mexico
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Spain
- Colombia
- Venezuela
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Other international jurisdictions
Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories require separate analysis: an account located in a U.S. territory is not a foreign account for FBAR purposes. Form 8938 uses different territorial rules. Account location, tax residency and applicable exceptions must be reviewed for each filing.


Who Needs FBAR or FATCA Reporting?
You may need FBAR or FATCA reporting if you:
- Maintain foreign bank accounts
- Inherited foreign assets
- Receive foreign pension income
- Own foreign investments
- Have signature authority over foreign accounts
- Live abroad as a U.S. citizen
- Receive income from foreign sources
- Own interests in foreign businesses
Why Choose Henriquez Accounting?
International Tax Experience
FBAR & FATCA Reporting Assistance
Bilingual English & Spanish Service
Enrolled Agent (EA) Representation
Virtual Appointments Available Nationwide
Assistance for Individuals and Businesses
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FBAR filing threshold?
FBAR filing is generally required when the total value of all foreign financial accounts exceeds $10,000 at any point during the year.
What happens if I forgot to file an FBAR?
There may be compliance options available depending on your circumstances. We can review your situation and determine the appropriate next steps.
Is FBAR the same as FATCA?
No. FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) and FATCA Form 8938 are separate reporting requirements with different filing thresholds and rules.
Do I need to report foreign retirement accounts?
Certain foreign retirement accounts may require reporting. Requirements vary depending on the country and account type.
Can you help with prior-year filings?
Yes. We assist clients with current-year and prior-year international reporting requirements
Do I Need to Report Foreign Accounts if They Earn No Income?
Yes. FBAR reporting requirements are based on the value of your foreign financial accounts, not whether the accounts generated income. Even if your foreign account earned no interest, dividends, or investment income, you may still be required to file an FBAR if the reporting threshold is met.
What Are the Penalties for Not Filing FBAR or FATCA Forms?
Penalties for failing to file FBAR or FATCA forms can be substantial. Depending on the circumstances, penalties may apply even when no tax is due. If you have missed prior-year filings, Henriquez Accounting can review your situation and help determine available compliance options.
Can Dual Citizens Be Required to File FBAR and FATCA Forms?
Yes. U.S. citizens, including dual citizens living abroad, may be required to report foreign financial accounts and assets. Many taxpayers are unaware that maintaining accounts in another country can trigger U.S. reporting requirements even if they already pay taxes in that country.
Do I Need to Report Foreign Accounts Held Jointly With Family Members?
Possibly. Jointly owned foreign accounts may still be subject to FBAR and FATCA reporting requirements. Reporting obligations depend on account ownership, account value, and other factors. We can review your accounts and determine the proper reporting requirements.
Can Henriquez Accounting Help With Late FBAR Filings?
Yes. We assist clients with current-year and prior-year FBAR and FATCA reporting. If you recently discovered a missed filing requirement, we can evaluate your situation and help you become compliant with U.S. reporting regulations.

