Citizenship
Guidance on naturalization processes, dual citizenship options, citizenship by investment, and the rights and responsibilities of new citizens.
UK-Linked Children in Syrian Camps After Citizenship Deprivation
By October 2025, over 30,000 detainees in Al-Hol and Roj include many children. UK citizenship stripping blocks repatriation, leaving minors stateless and at heightened risk; aid groups call for safe…
Taiwan Permanent Residency Requires Notarized PRC Passport Renunciation
From October 31, 2025, Chinese applicants for Taiwan permanent residency must submit notarized evidence of PRC passport renunciation…
Gifting to India: FEMA Rules, LRS, and Tax Implications for NRIs
NRIs sending gifts to India must follow FEMA and tax rules: gifts over ₹50,000 from non‑relatives are taxable;…
U.S. Taxpayer with Indian Assets: Estate Tax and FBAR Rules
Indian accounts, real estate and shares are included in the U.S. gross estate for deceased U.S. citizens and…
Top 7 U.S. Tax Mistakes OCI Cardholders Must Avoid (2025)
OCI status does not alter U.S. tax obligations: U.S. citizens must report worldwide income, disclose foreign accounts (FBAR,…
Foreign Trust Rules for Indian Family Gifts to U.S. Beneficiaries
Trusts formed and administered in India with U.S. beneficiaries are foreign trusts for U.S. tax purposes. Trustees must…
Green Card Holders From India: Report Worldwide Income
Receiving a U.S. Green Card makes OCI-holding parents U.S. tax residents required to report global income, file Form…
Best Tax Structure for Indian Freelancers Earning USD from U.S. Clients
If work is done in India, income is India-sourced and taxed in India. GST may be zero-rated for…
U.S. Social Security for Retirees in India: Eligibility and Tax
Citizens with 40 Social Security credits can keep benefits in India if SSA rules are met; Green Card…
Foreign-Spouse Tax Rules: MFJ, MFS, and HOH Essentials for U.S. Filers
When one spouse lives abroad, couples can file separately or elect to file jointly by treating the nonresident…