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.
607 Articles

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,…

E-Passport with Chip in India: What It Is and How It Works

India launches secure e-passports with RFID chips from mid-2025. Applicants use Passport Seva Portal for online submission and…

F1 Visa Approved at Interview Then Rejected: Confusing Case Sparks Online Concern

An Indian student faced visa refusal after verbal approval in June 2025, reflecting a 41% F1 denial rate.…

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…