pk
Level 15
Level 15

Deductions & credits

@rajeshh , what IRS is covering here are 

 

(a) for the big  value  foreign accounts owned  through 8938

(b) for the small value  ( / and / multiple small value )  accounts  owned or those with ONLY signature ( but not "owned" )  through FBAR.

(c) Note that  those  whom come under the  FATCA ) form 8938, they may still qualify for FBAR.

 

Today also most foreign  banks  and financial entities collaborate and share  info, with the US Treasury.

Thus , even when in  doubt , file the forms --- you don't want to attract the onerous  fins/penalties.  It is not a tax event  anyway

 

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pk