Taxes
Tax filing requirements for immigrants, visa holders, expats, and NRIs. Covers 2026 brackets, treaty benefits, FBAR and FATCA compliance, ITIN applications, and state tax obligations for non-residents.
Top questions about Taxes
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat is the main U.S. federal filing deadline for India-to-U.S. movers in 2026 tax year?
April 15, 2027 is the main U.S. federal filing deadline for many India-to-U.S. movers reporting both Indian and U.S. income for tax year 2026.
Read: RNOR vs ROR in India: Navigating DTAA in Mid-Year MigrationWhat are the implications of not updating tax residency for Indian citizens moving to Canada or the U.S. in 2025?
People who keep old statuses can be treated as full residents in two places at the same time, leading to dual taxation until they correct their records.
Read: Indian Tax Residency 2025: 182/60-Day Rules and Update ImplicationsHow does tax residency status affect H-1B visa holders for the 2025 tax year?
H-1B visa holders may be resident aliens, nonresident aliens, or dual-status filers based on their days of presence in the United States during 2025 and prior years, which impacts how they file taxes and what income is taxable.
Read: H-1B Visa Holders Face Substantial Presence Test in 2026. When Are They Resident Aliens?How does this affect U.S. immigration and tax filings for NRIs?
U.S. tax residents with India activity like property or frequent cash movements may need to report these assets under IRS rules, including FBAR and Form 8938 filings.
Read: Union Budget 2026-27 Sets 30% Tax Rate on Unexplained Income in Cash Credits and InvestmentsWhat should NRIs do to comply with tax residency rules for FY 2025-26?
NRIs must document their entry/exit dates to determine 182-day residency under Section 6 and report and pay tax on Indian-sourced income accordingly.
Read: NRI Tax Residency 2025-26: 120-Day Rule and Deemed Residency
US Nris Buying Land in India Must Choose NRE or NRO Funds for FEMA Compliance
Choosing NRE vs NRO accounts for India property impacts FEMA compliance and repatriation in 2026, though capital gains tax rates remain the same for NRIs.
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Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, Bangalore Bench Rules Sale Deed Registered Later Doesn’t Shift Capital Gains Tax Year
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Buy Property in India Above ₹50 Lakh? NRI and OCI Buyers Face 1% TDS Deduction
Essential guide for 2026 property buyers in India on TDS rules for ₹50L+ deals, including special compliance for…
Students, Visa Holders, and ITIN Filers: Check Details Carefully If IRS Sends Verification Letter
Learn how to handle IRS identity verification letters and avoid scams while ensuring your 2026 tax refund is…
U.S. Tax Residents with Indian Property Sales Must Review Form 8949, Schedule D, FBAR
U.S. residents selling property in India must report gains on Form 1040 using U.S. tax rules, currency conversion,…
Section 58 of Income-Tax Act, 2025 Rewrites Presumptive Taxation Rules in Tabular Form
India's Income-tax Act 2025 consolidates presumptive tax rules into Section 58, simplifying reporting for small businesses and professionals…
Nris Can Carry Forward Stock Losses Under Income-Tax Act, 2025. But Check Conditions
India's 2025 Income-tax Act preserves existing capital losses for NRIs and investors starting April 2026, maintaining original 8-year…