Fake Bangladeshi Work Permits Threaten Migrant Futures in Europe
After two months of suspension, North Macedonia and Serbia cite rampant forgery—about 90% fake permits in some cases—by…
10 Key Factors That Could Jeopardize Your Canadian PGWP Application
The PGWP is essential but strict; by October 2025 refusals sometimes exceeded 20%, often for avoidable documentation, status,…
Your iPhone Passport Is Closer, But Restrictions Remain in Place
By late 2025 Apple will add a digital passport to iPhone Wallet for select TSA domestic checkpoints. It…
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,…
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…
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,…
Tax Implications for Indian-Origin U.S. Persons Holding Gold Jewelry
U.S. persons selling Indian gold or jewelry must report gains on Schedule D; collectibles rules can tax long-term…
FEIE vs FTC for H-1B and F-1 Income from India: Guidance
FEIE (Form 2555) excludes eligible wages earned abroad up to $130,000 (2025) if time tests are met; FTC…
Rental Income Tax for H-1B/GC with Indian Property: Dual Filing
U.S. residents with rental property in India must file Indian returns when due, report the rent on U.S.…
NRIs Owning Indian Property While in the U.S.: Tax Rules
Simply owning Indian property does not trigger U.S. taxes if there’s no rent or sale. Reporting obligations focus…
NRI Builds India Home for Parents: No U.S. Tax or Filing
An NRI-owned home in India used rent-free by parents generally creates no U.S. tax or property reporting. The…
U.S. Tax Implications of Selling Indian Real Estate
Selling property in India triggers Indian capital gains rules (24-month threshold with indexation) and U.S. taxation in USD…
NRE and NRO Interest for U.S. Taxpayers: IRS Rules & FTC
Report Indian NRE and NRO interest on your U.S. tax return because the IRS taxes worldwide income. Claim…
Understanding U.S. Expatriation Tax for Green Card Surrender in India
Renouncing U.S. residence can trigger the Expatriation Tax if you meet Covered Expatriate tests: $2 million net worth,…