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 InvestmentsDoes India's Budget 2026 affect how NRIs report their income to the IRS?
No, U.S. residents must still report worldwide income and foreign assets regardless of India-side disclosures.
Read: NRIs in U.S. Must Report Global Income Despite India's Budget 2026 Simplification
U.S. Corporations Face 80% Taxable Income Limit on Nols, While Capital Losses Offset Only Gains
IRS rules in 2026 separate corporate capital losses from NOLs, restricting offsets and applying different carryforward limits to each loss type.
IRS Lists Occupations with Tip Tax Exemption Under One Big Beautiful Bill Act
IRS finalizes 'No Tax on Tips' rules for 71 jobs in 2026. Eligible workers can deduct $25k, but…
Connecticut Sees Bigger Tax Refunds Under One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Connecticut federal tax refunds average $3,521 in 2026, up 11% due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,…
USPS Postmark Rule Reinforces “timely Mailed Is Timely Filed” Under IRC § 7502
New USPS rules mean mail is postmarked at sorting facilities, not mailboxes. This risks late IRS penalties for…
Export Duty Refund Allowed as Fresh Claim Under Section 54 of CGST Act
Exporters can refile GST refund claims after a rejection if they remain within the 2-year limit under Section…
U.S. Tax System Layers Federal Income Tax, State Tax, and Social Security Withholding
A guide to the multi-layered U.S. tax system, explaining federal and state income taxes, payroll deductions, and tax…
Small Businesses Must Disclose Investments on ITR-4 Under Presumptive Taxation for AY 2026-27
India's CBDT updates ITR-4 for 2026-27, adding a mandatory investment disclosure field for taxpayers using the simplified presumptive…
IRS Reports 24% Increase in Tax Refunds Compared to Previous Administration
IRS data confirms an 11% rise in average refunds to $2,290 for 2026, while a 24% political comparison…
Treasury, IRS Issue Final Regulations Allowing Above-The-Line Deduction for Qualified Tips
IRS issues final rules for the $25,000 tip deduction in 2026. Only voluntary gratuities qualify; payroll taxes still…
Income Tax Department Rolls Out TDS TRACES 2.0, Enhances Form 26AS for Taxpayers
India launches TRACES 2.0, a unified TDS portal streamlining Form 26AS access and certificate downloads for taxpayers and…