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.
Returning to India on H-1B: Pre-Departure and Arrival Essentials
Before returning to India, H-1B professionals must collect originals like I-797, passport, visa stamp, pay stubs, W-2s, and I-94; act within the 60-day grace period if employment ends; coordinate taxes,…
Psychological and Academic Prep for US-to-India School Transition
Start months before the move: introduce Indian syllabi, practice timed exams, set daily routines, and arrange counseling. Research…
Comprehensive ToR Duty-Free Items List and Required Documentation
Transfer of Residence allows duty-free import of used household goods for returning residents if items are proven used…
Returning Residents: Legal, Financial Steps to Buy Property in India
Returning Indians must meet a 182-day plus intent test to be treated as residents for property purchases. PAN…
Liquidating US Investments Before Returning: Key Cross-Border Taxes
Timing sales around non-resident alien status can avoid U.S. capital gains tax on many securities, but brokers, mutual…
Sell Your US Property Before Leaving vs Remote Rental Management
Before moving abroad, weigh selling for immediate cash and preserving the $250,000/$500,000 exclusion against renting for income and…
What Are India’s Gold and Jewelry Import Rules for Returning Citizens
Customs rules let men bring 20 g and women 40 g of personal gold jewelry duty-free. Indians abroad…
Steps to Ensure Future U.S. Re-Entry on a New H-1B or Visa
For H-1B and similar work visas, bring a passport valid six months past your I-797 end date, a…
Joint Property Ownership When a Spouse Is Temporarily in the U.S.
Deed language — not visa status — determines property ownership and survivorship. Joint Tenancy and Tenancy by the…
Coordinating Retirement Planning Across Two Countries: Tax-Efficient Withdrawal Strategies
Follow an eight‑step cross‑border retirement playbook: map tax treaties, inventory accounts, sequence withdrawals, manage currency, confirm residency and…