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 ImplicationsSection 45(2) Explains Capital-Gains Tax on Stock-In-Trade Conversions
Learn how Section 45(2) splits asset gains into capital gains and business income using FMV on conversion, with tax deferred until the final sale date.
2026 U.S. Business Deductions: What Nris, H-1B, Schedule C Filers Need
IRS updates 2026 business deductions: mileage rises to 72.5¢ and interest thresholds to $32M. Gift limits and travel…
2026 U.S. Reimbursement Rules Change for Nris, H-1B Professionals, F-1 Students
New 2026 IRS rules make moving reimbursements taxable for most workers. Accountable plans and $340 monthly transit limits…
Italy’s Top Court Backs Law 74/2025, Restricting Citizenship by Descent
Italy's Constitutional Court upheld Law 74/2025, restricting citizenship by descent to children and grandchildren and ending long-standing unlimited…
Indian Embassy Advises OCI Card Holders as Airspace Closure Strands Travelers in Gulf
Guide for OCI holders: contact Indian Embassies if stranded in the Gulf, or the FRRO if stuck in…
Policybazaar Sees Health Premiums Rise as Zero GST Fuels NRI Demand
India's health insurance premiums rose 27.17% in Jan 2026, driven by a 126% surge in NRI buyers and…
Budget 2026 Pushes Unified Safe Harbours and 15.5% Markup for Unilateral Apas
India's Budget 2026 streamlines IT transfer pricing with a 15.5% safe harbour rate and expanded eligibility, effective April…
Supreme Court of India Lets Revenue Seek Reconsideration on Section 148 Faceless Assessing Officers
India's Supreme Court allows Revenue to revisit quashed Section 148 notices, extending the legal battle over local vs.…
Income Tax Department Warns of Phishing Emails Causing Refund Delays
Tax authorities warn against sophisticated phishing and AI-enhanced scams targeting tax refunds and personal data in 2026; always…
GSTN Launches Rule 14A Withdrawal Facility with Aadhaar Authentication
India's GST portal now allows Rule 14A withdrawal via Form REG-32, requiring Aadhaar authentication and full return compliance…