NRI
Explore the unique legal and regulatory challenges faced by Non-Resident Indians. This section offers insights into visa processes, citizenship issues, and international law as it pertains to NRIs, providing essential guidance for cross-border legal matters.
NRIs and Bilateral Agreements: DTAA Benefits and Social Security
The India–U.S. DTAA reduces double taxation and offers a student standard deduction under Article 21(2). In 2025, absent a totalisation agreement, many Indian workers still face duplicate Social Security contributions.…
India–U.S. Tax Treaty Essentials for F-1, H-1B, NRIs (2025 Update)
The India–U.S. DTAA prevents double taxation and gives students a unique standard deduction right, but absent a Social…
Candidates Eligible to File NRI Choices for PG Counselling 2025
MCC released a provisional NRI-conversion eligibility list on November 4, 2025. Choice locking for Round 1 ends November…
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…
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,…
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…
UK Emerges as Fastest Remittance Source for India with Low Fees
The UK’s remittance share to India rose to 10.8% in FY 2023-24 on growing Indian student and professional…
U.S. Taxpayer with Indian Assets: Estate Tax and FBAR Rules
Indian accounts, real estate and shares are included in the U.S. gross estate for deceased U.S. citizens and…
Top 7 U.S. Tax Mistakes OCI Cardholders Must Avoid (2025)
OCI status does not alter U.S. tax obligations: U.S. citizens must report worldwide income, disclose foreign accounts (FBAR,…
Green Card Holders From India: Report Worldwide Income
Receiving a U.S. Green Card makes OCI-holding parents U.S. tax residents required to report global income, file Form…