Sai Sankar

Sai Sankar

Sai Sankar is a law postgraduate with over 30 years of extensive experience in various domains of taxation, including direct and indirect taxes. With a rich background spanning consultancy, litigation, and policy interpretation, he brings depth and clarity to complex legal matters. Now a contributing writer for Visa Verge, Sai Sankar leverages his legal acumen to simplify immigration and tax-related issues for a global audience.
14 Articles

UK Visa Denied for ‘Suspicious Leave’? Applicant Wins Reconsideration

A June 2025 UK visa refusal for suspicious leave was reversed after new evidence. Applicants should understand reconsideration…

US Enforces Stricter Visa Rules for Pakistani Applicants from June 2025

The United States now mandates open social media profiles and detailed checks for Pakistani F, M, and J…

Man with ₹50 LPA Laid Off by US Startup Struggles to Find Job

In 2025, tech layoffs remain high with over 62,000 affected workers. Professionals earning ₹50 LPA face barriers in…

US Embassy Warns Indians: Visa Fraud Leads to Severe Penalties

The U.S. Embassy in India warns Indian nationals of serious penalties for visa fraud and overstaying. Enforcement includes…

US Allows Entrepreneurs to Apply for Self-Sponsored H-1B Visas

Starting January 2025, entrepreneurs owning over 50% of US corporations or LLCs can self-petition H-1B visas. Requirements include…

Dubai Doctor’s New US Visa Bid Faces June 2025 Travel Restrictions

A Dubai doctor faces US visa rejections while applying in a stricter environment after June 2025 visa suspensions…

H-1B Visa Uncertainty Drives Indian Developer to Consider Canada Move

Indian tech workers face H-1B challenges and slow U.S. green card processes, prompting moves to Canada. Canadian open…

EB-1 Visa Explained: The ‘Einstein Visa’ Eligibility and Categories

The EB-1 visa is a fast, prestigious green card option for individuals with extraordinary ability, professors, and executives.…

U.S. Draft Law Lowers Remittance Tax to 1%, Exempts Bank Transfers

The Senate’s 1% remittance tax targets non-citizens sending cash, money order, or cashier’s check transfers after 12/31/2025. Bank…

U.S. F-1 Student Visa Denial Rate Hits 41%, Impacting Top University Applicants

The F-1 visa denial rate spiked to 41% in 2023–24, with Indian student rejections up 20% in 2025.…

IIT Guwahati MTech Grad Gets F-1 Visa in 30 Seconds for NYU Scholarship

IIT Guwahati’s graduate received an unusually fast F-1 visa approval due to academic excellence and a full NYU…

H‑1B Visa Holders Arriving Jobless: Are US Firms Exploiting Workers?

H-1B visa reforms in 2025 cut registrations 27% via beneficiary-centric rules and fees. Fraud enforcement improves but job…

F-1 Visa Rejection Highlights Risks of Vague Language in Interviews

Clear, detailed answers during the F-1 Visa interview are crucial. Vague phrases cause denial and delays. Applicants must…

IT Consulting Firms Surpass Big Tech in H-1B Visa Sponsorship 2024

Amazon leads 2024 H-1B approvals; staffing agencies grow influential with banks and telecoms. USCIS reduced fraudulent lottery entries…