NRI
Tax obligations, property ownership rules, OCI card benefits, and financial planning guidance for Non-Resident Indians. Covers FEMA regulations, NRE/NRO accounts, and India-specific tax treaty provisions.
Top questions about NRI
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat 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 ResidencyHow 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 SimplificationHow does India's April to March financial year affect NRIs splitting their income between countries in 2025?
India’s April–March financial year requires careful splitting of income when changing countries midyear, a step many taxpayers often miss. This can lead to compliance issues if not managed properly.
Read: Understanding the India–U.S.–Canada Tax Triangle for NRIs (2025)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 ImplicationsNRI Property Owners Face Higher Taxes on Sales in India
The removal of indexation benefit for NRIs in India increases taxes on long-term property sales, effective from Union Budget 2024. NRIs face higher liabilities, reduced net returns, and complex decisions…
India’s $129 Billion Remittance Record in 2024
India received a record $129 billion in remittances in 2024, underscoring the Indian diaspora's crucial economic role. This…
NRI Businessman Charged for Exploiting Air Hostess in Alappuzha
An NRI businessman in Alappuzha, Kerala, is accused of deceiving an air hostess into a sexual relationship under…
Telugu Population Growth in USA 2015-2024
The Telugu-speaking population in the U.S. grew from 320,000 in 2016 to 1.23 million by 2024, making it…
Swiggy Launches International Ordering for NRIs
Swiggy's new "International Logins" feature allows NRIs to order food, groceries, and more for loved ones in India…
NRI Taxation on Real Estate Capital Gains Reinvestment
NRIs can benefit from reinvesting real estate capital gains by utilizing Sections 54 and 54F of the Indian…
NRIs Selling Andhra Pradesh Properties: Impact of Land Titling Act
NRIs are increasingly selling properties in Andhra Pradesh due to aging owners, less emotional ties from the next…
NRIs Tax Clearance Mandatory from October 2024
Starting October 1, 2024, certain Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and individuals moving abroad must get a tax clearance certificate…
Impact of Removing Indexation Benefits on NRI Real Estate Investments in India
Removing indexation benefits in India's Budget 2024 will increase NRIs' tax burden on real estate investments by imposing…
Indian Budget 2024: Key Changes for NRI Investors
The Indian Budget 2024 introduces a uniform Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax rate of 12.5%, raises the Short-Term…