Taxes
Tax filing requirements for immigrants, visa holders, expats, and NRIs. Covers 2026 brackets, treaty benefits, FBAR and FATCA compliance, ITIN applications, and state tax obligations for non-residents.
Top questions about Taxes
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat is the main U.S. federal filing deadline for India-to-U.S. movers in 2026 tax year?
April 15, 2027 is the main U.S. federal filing deadline for many India-to-U.S. movers reporting both Indian and U.S. income for tax year 2026.
Read: RNOR vs ROR in India: Navigating DTAA in Mid-Year MigrationWhat 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 ImplicationsHow does tax residency status affect H-1B visa holders for the 2025 tax year?
H-1B visa holders may be resident aliens, nonresident aliens, or dual-status filers based on their days of presence in the United States during 2025 and prior years, which impacts how they file taxes and what income is taxable.
Read: H-1B Visa Holders Face Substantial Presence Test in 2026. When Are They Resident Aliens?How 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 InvestmentsWhat 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 Residency
North Dakota State Income Tax Rates and Brackets for 2025
Effective for 2025, North Dakota’s tax reform introduces only three income tax brackets with a top rate of 2.5%. The simplified system reduces taxes for most residents. Employers must use…
Ohio Tax Reform 2025–2026: Three Brackets in 2025, Flat 2.75% from 2026
Ohio’s 2025 tax framework uses a three-bracket system with a 3.125% top rate and updated withholding tables effective…
North Carolina 2025 Tax Update: 4.25% Individual Rate, 0% Corporate by 2030
North Carolina’s individual rates drop to 4.25% (2025) and 3.99% (2026); corporate tax is 2.25% in 2025, moving…
New York 2025 Tax Rates Unchanged; 2027 Reductions Planned
While New York’s 2025 tax rates are unchanged, new rules for payroll taxes, self-employment thresholds, and family credits…
New Mexico 2025 Income Tax: 1.5% Bottom Rate and 5.9% Top
New Mexico’s 2025 tax year reduces the bottom personal income tax rate to 1.5% and keeps the top…
Nevada Maintains No State Income Tax Policy for 2025 Residents
In 2025, Nevada remains one of the few states without income tax, benefiting residents, workers, retirees, and businesses.…
Montana 2025 Tax Update: Rates, Capital Gains, and HB 337 Changes
For 2025 Montana retains two income tax brackets at 4.7% and 5.9%. HB 337 expands the lower bracket…
Missouri 2025 State Income Tax: Eight Brackets and Local 1%
Missouri is lowering its top income tax rate to 4.7% for 2025 and increasing standard deductions. The state…
Mississippi’s 2025 Tax Overhaul: Exempt First $10,000, 4.4%
Mississippi’s 2025 tax plan exempts the first $10,000 of taxable income and sets a 4.4% flat rate thereafter.…
Michigan’s 4.25% Flat Tax and 2026 Retirement Exemption
For 2025 Michigan retained a flat 4.25% income tax. Retirees may exempt 65% of qualifying pensions, and Michigan…