Lakshadweep Eases Entry Permits for Nris in 2026. Check Fees and Documents
Lakshadweep simplifies entry permits in 2026 by removing local sponsor rules, while NRIs face stricter U.S. immigration vetting…
Indians Tighten Overseas Travel Spending Under Liberalised Remittance Scheme as Visa Rules Bite
India's overseas travel spending moderated to $29.98B in FY26. Budget 2026 cuts TCS to 2% for education/medical trips,…
IRS Sends CP2000 Income Mismatch Notice After Automated Underreporter Flags Return
Understand the IRS CP2000 notice for income mismatches. Learn how to respond to proposed tax corrections and avoid…
Filed Form 1040 Instead of 1040-NR? Visa Holders and Students Need a Correction Checklist
Learn how to correct U.S. tax filing errors using Form 1040-X if you mistakenly filed as a resident…
Where’s My Refund? Identity Verification Can Stall IRS Processing
IRS 'still processing' status in 2026 usually means routine review, not an audit. Confirm acceptance and check for…
Legal Tax Savings Require Real Transactions and Evidence as Income-Tax Department Tightens
Learn how to legally reduce Indian tax liability through regime choice and deductions while maintaining the documentation required…
Japan Immigration Agency Requires Facial Photographs for Child Residence Cards from June 14
Japan mandates facial photos for child residence cards (ages 1-16) starting June 14, 2026, ending previous exemptions for…
Nris Face Higher Capital Gains Tax Without Indexation When Selling Indian Property
India’s new capital gains rules can raise NRI property tax bills despite a lower 12.5% rate. Without indexation,…
How to Split Social Security and Medicare Tax When Switching F-1 OPT to H-1B in One Year
Learn how to manage F-1 to H-1B tax transitions, separate exempt FICA wages, and file for Social Security…
F-1 Students on OPT Face FICA Withholding. If Payroll Refuses Refund, File Form 843
Learn how F-1 students on OPT can claim refunds for Social Security and Medicare taxes withheld in error…
What Evidence Should Taxpayers Keep When Requesting IRS Penalty Relief for Reasonable Cause
Learn how to secure IRS penalty relief in 2026 by proving reasonable cause with medical records, disaster proof,…
Mumbai Income Tax Appellate Tribunal Allows Section 80G Deduction Despite Section 37 Restriction
Mumbai Tribunal clarifies that CSR donations may qualify for Section 80G tax deductions even if they are barred…
Missed FBAR for Indian Bank Accounts? File Now and Review Form 8938 to Avoid Penalties
Essential guide for U.S. taxpayers to correct missed FBAR filings for Indian bank accounts, covering NRE/NRO reporting, Form…
IRS Direct Pay Warns: Separate Payments After Tax Extension to Avoid Balance Notices
Learn why IRS balance notices occur after tax extensions and how to resolve common payment errors involving incorrect…