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Returning to India on H-1B: Pre-Departure and Arrival Essentials

Before returning to India, H-1B professionals must collect originals like I-797, passport, visa stamp, pay stubs, W-2s, and I-94; act…

Liquidating US Investments Before Returning: Key Cross-Border Taxes

Timing sales around non-resident alien status can avoid U.S. capital gains tax on many securities, but brokers, mutual funds, destination-country…

What Are India’s Gold and Jewelry Import Rules for Returning Citizens

Customs rules let men bring 20 g and women 40 g of personal gold jewelry duty-free. Indians abroad >6 months…

Navigating the US to India Workplace: Strategies for Reintegration

A phased guide helps returnees adapt from US corporate norms to Indian workplaces. Key steps: observe early, use 1:1s and…

Optimal Strategy for Closing U.S. Bank Accounts Without Hurting Credit

To close bank accounts safely, open a new account first, move automatic payments and deposits, pay outstanding fees, and get…

Coordinating Retirement Planning Across Two Countries: Tax-Efficient Withdrawal Strategies

Follow an eight‑step cross‑border retirement playbook: map tax treaties, inventory accounts, sequence withdrawals, manage currency, confirm residency and healthcare, hire…

H-1B & L-1 Visas: How They Work, Green Cards, Citizenship

H-1B and L-1 visas let U.S. employers hire specialized foreign talent; H-1B is capped at 85,000 with a lottery, L-1…

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Threatens U.S. Doctor Shortage

A new one-time $100,000 fee on H‑1B petitions starting September 21, 2025 threatens hiring of international medical graduates, risking longer…