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 ImplicationsDual-Country Residency for H-1B Professionals: U.S. & India Tax Plan
H-1B professionals returning to India should evaluate the U.S. Substantial Presence Test and India’s residency rules to avoid double taxation. Dual-status filings, FBAR/Form 8938, RNOR relief, and treaty tie-breakers can…
U.S. Gift and Inheritance Planning for Indian Assets: Practical Rules
As cross-border gifts and inheritances rise, Indian-U.S. families face closer scrutiny. File Form 709 for gifts above $18,000…
Tax Implications for Indian-Origin U.S. Persons Holding Gold Jewelry
U.S. persons selling Indian gold or jewelry must report gains on Schedule D; collectibles rules can tax long-term…
FBAR vs FATCA for NRIs: Key Rules, Thresholds, and Penalties (2025)
NRIs must check FBAR (>$10,000 aggregate foreign accounts) and FATCA (Form 8938 for broader assets with varying thresholds).…
Rental Income Tax for H-1B/GC with Indian Property: Dual Filing
U.S. residents with rental property in India must file Indian returns when due, report the rent on U.S.…
NRI Builds India Home for Parents: No U.S. Tax or Filing
An NRI-owned home in India used rent-free by parents generally creates no U.S. tax or property reporting. The…
NRE and NRO Interest for U.S. Taxpayers: IRS Rules & FTC
Report Indian NRE and NRO interest on your U.S. tax return because the IRS taxes worldwide income. Claim…
State Tax Residency After Leaving on H-1B Visas Guide
Leaving the U.S. does not always end state tax residency. Learn how H-1B workers can avoid being taxed…
OCI Card-Holders Must Submit e-Arrival Form 72 Hours Before Arrival
From 1 October 2025, all foreign visitors, including OCI card-holders, must file an e-Arrival Form online within 72…
SEBI Proposes Digital Re-KYC for NRIs, Relaxing Geo-Tagging Rules
SEBI proposes permitting NRIs to complete re-KYC from overseas if intermediaries capture GPS coordinates and match the country…