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.
Supreme Court Upholds Delhi HC, Coursera Income Not Taxable as Fees for Technical Services
Delhi High Court quashes 10% tax withholding on Coursera receipts, demanding tax authorities provide reasoned treaty analysis for digital platform income in...
Albanese Government Moves to Scrap Capital Gains Tax Discount for Investors
Albanese Government signals potential cuts to capital gains tax discounts for investors following a Senate inquiry aimed at…
Undocumented Immigrants Must File Taxes with Itins Despite Data-Sharing Agreements
Essential 2026 tax guide for undocumented immigrants: Learn ITIN filing requirements, income thresholds, and how tax records impact…
IRS Publication 544 Guides Nris and H-1Bs Through Sections 1231, 1245, and 1250 Gains
Learn how Sections 1231, 1245, and 1250 impact 2026 business property sales, including depreciation recapture rules and tax…
India Tightens NRI Tax Rules from April 1, 2026, with Rule 9 Targeting Poor Documentation
India's Rule 9 of 2026 allows tax officials to estimate income for non-residents with unclear records. NRIs must…
CBDT Clarifies Income-Tax Act, 2025 Transition with FAQ, Rules, and Saving Clauses
India transitioned to the Income-tax Act 2025 on 1 April 2026, maintaining a dual-track system where the 1961…
H-1B Visa Holders Face Substantial Presence Test in 2026. When Are They Resident Aliens?
The 2026 H-1B update covers wage-based selection rules, tax residency tests, and new fees to ensure compliance for…
Why Every International Student Must File Form 8843 to Pass the Substantial Presence Test
Essential 2026 tax deadlines for international students: Form 8843 is due April 15 for those with income and…
IRS Says Average Tax Refund Hit $3,571, a 10.9% Increase as Direct Deposit Refunds Rise
The 2026 tax filing deadline is April 15. IRS data shows average refunds are up 10.9% to $3,571.…
IRS Form 1099-DA Flags Gross Proceeds Before Cost Basis Is Reported
The April 15, 2026, deadline requires crypto reporting via Form 1099-DA. Immigrants must ensure accuracy to avoid IRS…