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Missing TRC Renewal? How DTAA Benefits Are Denied and Restored

Tax authorities now require a current annual TRC to grant DTAA benefits; missing certificates trigger domestic withholding (20–30%), blocked credits,…

Shutdown Averted: What the Funding Deal Means for Visas

Congress approved minibus funding and a continuing resolution to keep government services until January 30, 2026, allowing USCIS, CBP and…

India–Australia DTAA Articles 10–12: Withholding Tax Rates Explained

Articles 10–12 of the India–Australia DTAA cap withholding at 15% for dividends and 10% for interest and royalties, lowering source…

India–UK DTAA 2025: Reliefs, Pensions, and NRI Filing Essentials

The India–UK DTAA (1993; 2012) prevents double taxation by defining residency, assigning taxing rights, and allowing foreign tax credits. UK…

Gulf Tax Guide 2025 for NRIs: DTAA, Residency, Remittances

The 2025 rule means NRIs with over ₹15 lakh Indian income and no foreign tax risk becoming 'deemed residents'. DTAAs…

H-4 Spouse EAD Delays: Navigating Work Rights After Auto-Extension End

DHS eliminated automatic EAD extensions for many H-4 spouses effective October 30, 2025, risking work interruptions even though the Supreme…

H-1B Sponsorship Collapse Reframes U.S. Paths for Skilled Migrants

H-1B sponsorship job postings dropped dramatically to 1.9% in 2025, led by steep declines in tech. Employers cite fee hikes,…

GCC vs UAE: Key Differences for Travelers and UAE Visas

The GCC is a regional council of six countries; the UAE is one member with its own immigration rules. A…