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Who Should File Taxes as an NRI?
Any Non-Resident Indian (NRI) who earns income in India—such as from salary (for services rendered in India), rent, interest on NRO accounts, dividends, or capital gains from property—is required to file an Income Tax Return (ITR) in India.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Who Qualifies as an NRI?
An individual is considered a Non-Resident if they do not meet the conditions of residency under Indian tax laws. Residential status is determined annuallybased on physical presence in India.
2. How Is My Residential Status Determined?
You are considered a Resident in India if:
- You spend 182 days or more in India during the financial year, or
- You spend 60 days or more in the financial year and 365 days or more during the 4 preceding years.
Exceptions apply to:
- Indian citizens leaving India for employment or as crew of an Indian ship
- Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) visiting India In these cases, only the 182-day condition is applicable
If total Indian income exceeds ₹15 lakh, the 60-day threshold is increased to 120 days for PIOs or Indian citizens.
3. Can NRIs File Their ITR Online?
Absolutely. NRIs can file ITRs online via the Income Tax Department portal or through professional platforms like FileyourTax. Our dedicated team simplifies the entire process—no matter where you are in the world.
4. Key Documents for NRI Tax Filing
- PAN Card.
- Passport (for identity and travel details)
- Form 16 / Salary Slips (if applicable)
- Indian Bank Account Details (for tax refunds)
- Investment & Property Details
- Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) Certificates
- Rent Receipts
- Foreign Asset Declarations (if applicable)
5. Do NRIs Have to Pay Tax in India?
Yes
- Residents: Taxed on global income
- Non-Residents (NRIs): Only Indian-sourced income is taxable
6. Is Physical Presence in India Required for Filing?
No. NRIs can file and e-verify their ITR completely online, from anywhere in the world. Physical signatures or couriered forms are no longer mandatory if e-verification is done within 30 days.
7.Which Deductions Can NRIs Claim?
| Section | Deduction |
|---|---|
| 80C | Life insurance premiums, ELSS, children’s tuition fees, principal repayment on home loan |
| 80D | Health insurance premiums |
| 80E | Interest on education loans |
| 80TTA | Interest up to ₹10,000 on savings bank accounts |
| 80G | Donations to eligible charities |
| House Property | Deduction on home loan interest and property tax |
Not Available for NRIs:
- PPF, NSC, Post Office schemes, RGESS
- Section 80U, 80DD, 80DDB for disability-related deductions
How Is Rental Income Taxed for NRIs?
Rental income from Indian properties is fully taxable in India for NRIs. Standard deductions and a basic exemption of ₹2.5 lakh may apply.
9. Selling Property in India as an NRI – What Are the Tax Rules?
- If held for over 24 months → Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) apply
- LTCG is taxed at 12.5% from 23rd July 2024
- Indexation benefits and exemptions (e.g., under Section 54) can reduce tax liability
- For inherited property, date and cost of acquisition by the original owner are considered
10. I’m Moving Abroad for a Job. Do I Qualify as an NRI?
If your stay in India is under the prescribed limits (see residential status rules), you’ll qualify as an NRI. Your foreign salary credited abroad is not taxable in India if your status is confirmed as NRI.
11. Is Foreign Income Taxable in India?
12. What Is DTAA and How Can NRIs Benefit?
13. What Are the Tax Rates for NRIs?
14.How Can NRIs Pay Tax in India?
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