India
Visa and immigration updates for Indian nationals — H-1B sponsorship trends, OCI card rules, NRI tax obligations, passport services, and bilateral agreements between India and destination countries.
Handling Stock Options, RSUs, and ESPP When Exiting the U.S. on H-1B
Before leaving the U.S., H‑1B workers must review equity grant terms: unvested RSUs often forfeit, ISOs typically need exercise within 90 days, and ESPP tax benefits require holding‑periods. Confirm brokerage…
US-India Tax Treaty: Implications for Avoiding Double Taxation
The US‑India treaty assigns taxing rights by income type and prevents double taxation via credits or exemptions. Residence…
Tax Implications and Reporting for Indian Residents with US Rentals
Indian residents must declare US rental income under Income from House Property while the US may withhold 30%…
International Relocation: Managing Delays, Damaged Goods, and Claims
Prepare thoroughly before an international move: choose experienced movers, document items, track shipments, inspect on delivery, and report…
Pros and Cons: Starting a Business in India vs Joining a Firm
Returning Indians must choose between startups—offering market scale, lower costs, and investor access but higher risk and slow…
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…
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…