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 MigrationHow 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?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 ImplicationsHow 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.
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Princeton study warns that ending U.S. birthright citizenship would cost the economy $7.7 trillion and increase the unauthorized population by 5.4 million...
IRS Warns 2021 Form 1040 Filers: Claim Recovery Rebate Credit to Avoid Penalties
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Missouri General Assembly Approves Tax Swap, Putting Income Tax Elimination to Voters
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Texas Federal Court Vacates IRS Rule Targeting 831(b) Micro-Captive Tax Shelters
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IRS Blocks Project Soy Tax Strategy, Targeting Liberty Global Inc. Under Section 245A
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IRS Revives Commensurate-With-Income Standard in Platform Contribution Transactions
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Maine Governor Janet Mills Extends Affordable Housing Tax Credit Through 2036
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Section 316 of the Tax Code Guides Earnings and Profits in Dividend Taxation
Section 316 rules for 2026 dictate that E&P, not bookkeeping labels, determines if corporate payouts are taxable dividends…
U.S. Corporate Tax 2026: Flat 21% Rate Holds, but 15% Minimum Tax Hits Giants
The 2026 U.S. corporate tax rate is a flat 21%, but large firms may face a 15% minimum…
Indian Software Architect Leaves ₹1.5 Crore Job for Dubai. Now Tax Residency and Visa Rules Decide
IIT graduate moves to Dubai, preferring a ₹1.4cr tax-free offer over a ₹1.5cr Indian salary due to higher…