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.
593 Articles

Indian Entrepreneur’s Guide to Overcoming B1/B2 Visa Red Flags

The 2025 B1/B2 visa process for Indian entrepreneurs requires a $185 fee, an in-person interview, and proof of…

UK Visa Overhaul July 2025: Stricter Skilled Worker Rules and Longer ILR Path

Starting July 2025, the UK raises Skilled Worker visa requirements, including skill and salary minimums, extends settlement from…

Trump Threatens 30% Tariffs on Mexico and EU Imports Starting July 1

The U.S. will enforce a 30% tariff on Mexican and EU imports starting August 1, 2025. This raises…

United Airlines to End All Landline Bus Services by September 2025

United Airlines will discontinue Landline bus services by September 2025, ending key regional routes. Travelers in affected areas…

Overview of Africa’s Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programs

African RCBI programs provide legal residency or citizenship through investment. Sierra Leone offers affordable options, Egypt requires higher…

Understanding Taxable Interest Income and Reporting Requirements

IRS requires reporting all interest income, including under $10 amounts without Form 1099-INT. Nominee interest must be separately…

H-1B Visa Holder Warns Against Buying Homes Amid Job Instability

H-1B Visa holders confront homeownership risks in 2025 due to job instability and visa ties. High mortgage costs…

USA Social Security Retirement Age Increases to 66 Years 10 Months in 2025

The Full Retirement Age rises to 66 years 10 months for 1959 births in July 2025 and 67…

10-Year EB-2 Green Card Backlog Drives Indian H-1B Techie to Consider Canada

Indian H-1B workers confront a decade-long EB-2 Green Card backlog, fixed at January 2013. USCIS processing delays prolong…

Travel Visa-Free: 58 Countries Indian Passport Holders Can Visit Now

As of July 2025, Indian passport holders can access 58 countries without traditional visas. Options include visa-free, visa-on-arrival,…

Rayad Group Apologizes for Misleading ‘Lifetime’ UAE Golden Visa Claim

Rayad Group misled applicants with false lifetime UAE Golden Visa claims. The visa lasts 5 or 10 years…

Indian Brilliance in America: 12 Billionaires and 43 CEOs Leading U.S.

Indian-origin individuals excel as billionaires and CEOs in the US, driven by education and STEM fields. Key visas—H-1B,…

Top Airline Deals for Indian Students Traveling to the USA in 2025

Indian students should secure a US F-1 or J-1 visa early and book with Qatar Airways, Emirates, or…

Special Tax Rules for Clergy, Religious Orders, Foreign Employers, and Military Pay

The IRS 2025 clarifications maintain clergy housing allowance exclusions while requiring self-employment tax payments. Members of religious orders,…

UAE Authorities Deny Lifetime Golden Visa for ₹23.30 Lakhs Payment

UAE denies Lifetime Golden Visa claims for ₹23.30 lakhs, affirming a merit-based, renewable visa system. Applicants must follow…