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.
586 Articles

Top 5 Countries Offering Golden Visas and Their Detailed Costs

Top 2025 Golden Visa programs prioritize innovation over property. Portugal and Italy favor research investments, Greece remains cost-efficient…

US H-1B Visa Applicants Face Stricter Scrutiny and Longer Delays

Stricter H-1B visa rules in 2025 under the Trump administration sharply raised denial and RFE rates. Indian professionals…

Indian Startup Founders Can Now Self‑Sponsor H‑1B Visas in 2025

Indian entrepreneurs can now self-sponsor H-1B visas through their U.S. startups without separate employers. Key steps include company…

The Uncertain Future of CBI-Dependent Nations and Visa-Free Access

Countries relying on CBI programs face visa-free travel restrictions from the EU and UK, risking revenue loss. Reforms…

UAE Introduces New 10-Year Golden Visa for 2.33 Million AED

In 2025, the UAE launched a 10-year Golden Visa costing 2.33 million AED for Indians and Bangladeshis, featuring…

Indian Couple Shares Boston Airport Re-Entry Experience on H-1B and F-1 OPT

In July 2025, an Indian couple re-entered the US on H-1B and F-1 OPT visas at Boston Logan.…

Woman Shares Struggle After B1/B2 and F-1 Visa Denials to US

U.S. visa applicants face tough 2025 rules requiring proof they will return home. Unemployment and U.S. family ties…

US H-2B Visa Filing Window Opens Today for Temporary Foreign Workers

U.S. employers can hire foreign workers under the H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural jobs. The filing window opens…

Donald Trump Considers Deporting U.S. Citizens Amid Controversy

President Trump suggested deporting U.S.-born citizens with criminal records, defying the 14th Amendment. No policy exists, but expanded…

Understanding Accounting Periods: Calendar Year vs Fiscal Year Explained

Selecting the correct accounting period and method is crucial for U.S. taxes. Most individuals choose the calendar year…

General IRS Return Requirements for Valid Taxpayer Identification Numbers

Filing U.S. taxes requires valid Taxpayer Identification Numbers: SSNs for eligible workers, ITINs for non-eligible filers, and ATINs…

Indian Family With 40-Country Travel History Denied Austria Schengen Visa

Indian Schengen visa rejections rose to 18% in 2025, causing €16 million lost in non-refundable fees. Austria leads…

US Layoffs Surge 80% with Nearly 700,000 Jobs Cut in Five Months

US layoffs increased 80% in early 2025, especially in tech (74,700+) and retail (75,802+). Stricter H-1B visa rules…

Visakhapatnam Resident Achieves Rare EB-1 Green Card in 2025

A Visakhapatnam resident’s 2025 EB-1 green card approval highlights the challenges Indian applicants face due to backlog delays.…

India’s Passport Seva 2.0: How to Apply for E-Passport and Benefits

Passport Seva 2.0 launched e-passports on June 25, 2025, in 13 Indian cities. Features include embedded biometric chips,…