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
Georgia HB 111: 5.19% Tax Rate for 2025 and Withholding Start
Effective January 2025, Georgia moved to a 5.19% flat tax rate. Newcomers benefit from enhanced family credits, including $250 for young children and a 50% federal childcare credit match. Eligible…
Delaware 2025 taxes stay at 6.6% top; HB13 seeks higher 2026 brackets.
For 2025 Delaware keeps the same tax table: top rate 6.6% over $60,000 and 0% on the first…
Florida 2025: No State Income Tax and Residency Proof Basics
Florida preserves its no state income tax policy in 2025; residents—including many immigrants—must prove domicile through concrete actions…
Connecticut 2025 Tax Updates: Low 2%/4.5% Rates and Immigrant Impact
For 2025, Connecticut kept its 2% and 4.5% bottom bracket rates and a 40% refundable EITC. Determine residency…
Colorado’s 2025 tax rate stays 4.40%; no temporary reduction this year
The 2025 Colorado state income tax stays at 4.40% after net excess revenue (~$293.3 million) fell below SB…
Arizona 2.5% Flat Tax for 2025: Thresholds and Immigrant Impact
Arizona maintains a 2.5% flat tax for 2025 (filed in 2026). Determine residency to report proper income, meet…
Alaska Tax Benefits for Residents and Immigrants in 2025–26
Alaska has no state personal income tax or statewide sales tax, but local sales taxes and a corporate…
Alabama 2025 State Tax Brackets: 2%, 4%, 5% for Immigrants
For 2025 Alabama keeps three income tax brackets—2%, 4%, 5%—with low thresholds that raise many workers into 5%.…
UK Asylum Claims Reach Record High in 2025 Amid Backlog Reduction Efforts
UK asylum applicants must prove risk of serious harm and cannot be safe at home. The Rwanda Plan…
IRS Raises 2025 Annual Gift Tax Exclusion to Historic $19,000
The IRS has increased 2025 gift tax exclusions and lifetime exemptions to record amounts. These changes impact U.S.…