India
Stay informed about India’s immigration policies, visa requirements, and legal aspects of moving to or from India. This section provides up-to-date information essential for navigating the complexities of Indian immigration law and procedures.
Envoy Declares Indian Students Among UK’s Brightest and Best
Vikram Doraiswami welcomed a record 166,000 Indian students in the UK, highlighting academic strengths and economic impact. Enrolments hit 166,310 in 2023/24, with Q2 2025 visas at 15,000 and a…
Cross-Border Dividend Taxation: India vs. United States for Investors
Cross-border dividend income can be taxed in both India and the U.S., but the U.S.–India treaty caps source…
SEVIS Rules for Long India Trips: What F-1 Students Must Know
F-1 students risk SEVIS termination if abroad over five months without authorization. Keep I-20 signatures current (12 months;…
Indian-Origin Woman Challenges JD Vance on Immigration and Belonging
During an October 2025 campus event, an Indian-origin woman asked VP JD Vance why immigrants don’t belong. Vance…
Bulgaria Streamlines Long-Term Visa for Indians with New Centers
From November 1, 2025, Bulgaria will decentralize D visa intake across six Indian cities via VFS Global. New…
Green Card and OCI: U.S. Worldwide Tax Residency Explained
Holding an OCI does not end U.S. tax residency for Green Card holders. To stop U.S. worldwide taxation,…
Cross-Border Family Finances: Tax Realities for India-U.S. Transfers
Cross-border gifts and support between India and the U.S. can trigger RBI LRS limits, Form 15CA/15CB, 20% TCS,…
ESPP and Stock Options: When Salary Becomes Capital Gains
Equity pay shifts tax character across stages: ESPP discounts and NSO bargain elements taxable as ordinary income at…
India–U.S. Tax Reporting: A Practical Guide to Avoid Double Taxation
Differences in residency rules and tax years can cause double taxation for Indians in the U.S. The DTAA…
India–U.S. Tax Reporting: Avoiding Double Taxation and Documentation
Differing residency rules and fiscal years between India and the U.S. often create double‑taxation risks. Claiming foreign tax…