NRI
Tax obligations, property ownership rules, OCI card benefits, and financial planning guidance for Non-Resident Indians. Covers FEMA regulations, NRE/NRO accounts, and India-specific tax treaty provisions.
Top questions about NRI
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat should NRIs do to comply with tax residency rules for FY 2025-26?
NRIs must document their entry/exit dates to determine 182-day residency under Section 6 and report and pay tax on Indian-sourced income accordingly.
Read: NRI Tax Residency 2025-26: 120-Day Rule and Deemed ResidencyHow does this affect U.S. immigration and tax filings for NRIs?
U.S. tax residents with India activity like property or frequent cash movements may need to report these assets under IRS rules, including FBAR and Form 8938 filings.
Read: Union Budget 2026-27 Sets 30% Tax Rate on Unexplained Income in Cash Credits and InvestmentsDoes India's Budget 2026 affect how NRIs report their income to the IRS?
No, U.S. residents must still report worldwide income and foreign assets regardless of India-side disclosures.
Read: NRIs in U.S. Must Report Global Income Despite India's Budget 2026 SimplificationHow does India's April to March financial year affect NRIs splitting their income between countries in 2025?
India’s April–March financial year requires careful splitting of income when changing countries midyear, a step many taxpayers often miss. This can lead to compliance issues if not managed properly.
Read: Understanding the India–U.S.–Canada Tax Triangle for NRIs (2025)What are the implications of not updating tax residency for Indian citizens moving to Canada or the U.S. in 2025?
People who keep old statuses can be treated as full residents in two places at the same time, leading to dual taxation until they correct their records.
Read: Indian Tax Residency 2025: 182/60-Day Rules and Update Implications
Nris, H-1B Workers, Green Card Holders Face Year-Round U.S. Tax Rules. Stay Organized
A 2026 month-by-month tax checklist for NRIs and H-1B workers to manage global income, residency status, and documentation for IRS and immigration compliance.
10% TDS Can Hit Rent for Company-Leased Residential Flats, Not Just 2%
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Income Tax Department Sends Capital Gains Tax Notices to Nris After Property Sales
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Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, Bangalore Bench Rules Sale Deed Registered Later Doesn’t Shift Capital Gains Tax Year
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Buy Property in India Above ₹50 Lakh? NRI and OCI Buyers Face 1% TDS Deduction
Essential guide for 2026 property buyers in India on TDS rules for ₹50L+ deals, including special compliance for…
Students, Visa Holders, and ITIN Filers: Check Details Carefully If IRS Sends Verification Letter
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U.S. Tax Residents with Indian Property Sales Must Review Form 8949, Schedule D, FBAR
U.S. residents selling property in India must report gains on Form 1040 using U.S. tax rules, currency conversion,…
Section 58 of Income-Tax Act, 2025 Rewrites Presumptive Taxation Rules in Tabular Form
India's Income-tax Act 2025 consolidates presumptive tax rules into Section 58, simplifying reporting for small businesses and professionals…