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.
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Higher 2026 Federal Refunds Driven by Standard Deduction Child Tax Credit and SALT Changes
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New Tax Rules Compare Business and Professional Income India vs USA April 1, 2026
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New Rules for Income from Other Sources Affect Tax Year 2025–26 India & U.S.
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India Capital Gains Tax, Filing Deadlines, Core Structural Difference
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Salary / Employment Income TDS and Filing Deadlines for Income from Salary
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Ohio Distributes Tax Under Senate Bill 56 to Host Community Cannabis Fund
Ohio distributed its first $33 million in cannabis tax revenue to over 100 municipalities under the new Host…
OECD Inclusive Framework Keeps Pillar Two Global Minimum Tax Side-By-Side
Beginning in 2026, U.S. multinationals face new Pillar Two requirements under the side-by-side approach. This guidance offers a…