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
Annual Remittance Tax Impact on Dual-Income H-1B Families Under New Bill
A 1% remittance tax in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act applies to immigrant money transfers over $15, impacting dual-income H-1B families financially and administratively. Financial institutions collect the tax…
Are Remittances by Green-Card Holders and H-1B Workers Taxed Equally Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act?
Starting after December 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act charges a 1% tax on cash sent abroad.…
Does the Remittance Excise Tax Apply Equally to Cash and Electronic Transfers by H‑1B Visa Holders?
Starting after 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act imposes a 3.5% excise tax on remittances by non-U.S.…
Could OBBB Remittance Tax Push H-1B Families to Use Informal Transfers?
The OBBB remittance tax, effective late 2025, targets cross-border transfers over $15, affecting H-1B families and others. It…
One Big Beautiful Bill Raises Standard Deduction, Impacts H-1B Tax Planning
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act raises the standard deduction, extends mortgage interest limits, and increases SALT deductions.…
Can H‑1B Visa Holders Claim Student Loan Interest Deduction After One Big Beautiful Bill Act?
The 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act permanently excludes employer-paid student loan repayments from taxable income. Resident alien…
Impact of 1% Remittance Excise Tax on H-1B Single-Income Professionals
Starting January 2026, a 1% excise tax on remittances affects H-1B visa holders and other senders. Banks automatically…
Will Dual-Income H-1B Households in High-Tax States Face Higher Marginal Rates Under Revised SALT Cap?
The SALT deduction cap may rise to $40,000 in 2025 for incomes below $500,000, giving tax relief to…
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Could Shape Future Immigration Policies
Passed July 3, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill raises immigration fees, adds a remittance tax, and increases…
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Affects Federal Tax Brackets for Single-Income H‑1B Families
Effective 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill permanently keeps lower federal tax rates and raises standard deductions, aiding…