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Top Universities and Chamber Challenge $100,000 H-1B Fee in Court

Proclamation 10973 adds a $100,000 fee to new H-1B petitions filed from Sept. 21, 2025. AAU and the U.S. Chamber…

Dual Taxation of Indian Startup Shares for US-Relocated Founders

Founders who relocate to the U.S. face taxation in both countries: India taxes unlisted share gains (12.5% LTCG after 24…

Taxation of U.S. Stock Compensation While Living in India

Returnees with U.S. RSUs or ESPP may owe tax in both the U.S. and India when vest/purchase or sales straddle…

State Residency Pitfalls for Indian-Origin Returnees from the U.S.

States such as California, New York, New Jersey, and Virginia can tax returnees if U.S. ties remain. Terminate leases, surrender…

U.S. Gift and Inheritance Planning for Indian Assets: Practical Rules

As cross-border gifts and inheritances rise, Indian-U.S. families face closer scrutiny. File Form 709 for gifts above $18,000 (2025) and…

IRS Audits for NRIs: Key Triggers and Compliance Tips

IRS scrutiny of Americans in India focuses on FBAR (>$10,000) and Form 8938 (higher asset thresholds). Missed filings, mismatched income,…

GILTI for India Founders: Navigating High-Tax Exemption and Filings

GILTI requires U.S. shareholders with ≥10% ownership in foreign corporations to report tested income yearly. India’s ~25% tax often allows…

Cross-Border Estate Tax: U.S. and India Reporting for Decedent’s Assets

Executors must include India assets in U.S. estate tax reporting and manage India capital gains, FBAR, Form 3520, and Form…