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 ImplicationsIndia Tightens OCI Card Rules with New Fees and 3-Month Passport-Update Deadline
India updates OCI rules for 2026: USD 275 application fee, 3-month passport update deadline, and removal of the 6-month stay rule for in-country applicants.
Income-Tax Act, 2025 Replaces Tax Audit Forms with Section 63 and Consolidated Form 26
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