NRI Tax Filing Overview – Income Tax Compliance for Non-Resident Indians in India
End-to-End Income Tax Filing, Advisory & Representation Services for NRIs, PIOs & OCI Cardholders
India's income tax system taxes Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) only on income that accrues, arises, or is received in India. If you earn rental income from Indian property, interest on NRO accounts, capital gains on Indian shares or real estate, or dividends from Indian companies, you have Indian income tax obligations. Managing these obligations correctly requires understanding your residential status, identifying exempt income, and filing the right ITR form with applicable DTAA benefits.
NRI tax filing differs from resident filing in several ways — the ITR form, scope of taxable income, availability of Chapter XII-A provisions, and mandatory TDS at flat rates. Our services cover the complete lifecycle from status determination and return filing to repatriation planning and notice response.
Our NRI Tax Filing Services
Residential Status Determination
Accurate year-by-year determination of NRI, RNOR, or Resident status under Section 6 — the foundation of all NRI tax planning and compliance in India.
Income Tax Return Filing (ITR-2/3)
Preparation and e-filing of Indian income tax returns for NRIs covering rental income, capital gains, interest, dividends, and other India-sourced income with correct TDS credit claims.
DTAA Advisory & Treaty Benefits
Identification and application of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement benefits under India's treaties with 90+ countries to prevent double taxation and reduce Indian tax liability.
TDS Reconciliation & Refund Claims
Reconciliation of TDS in Form 26AS with actual deductions, and filing returns to claim full refunds of excess TDS on rental, interest, and property sale income.
Capital Gains Tax Planning
Computation and planning of capital gains on sale of Indian property, listed shares, mutual funds, and other assets — with reinvestment exemptions under Sections 54, 54EC, and 54F.
NRI Notice & Litigation Support
Response to scrutiny notices, demand notices, and reassessment proceedings for NRIs before Indian tax authorities — handled remotely through registered power of attorney.
Why NRI Tax Filing Requires Specialist Expertise
- Residential status must be determined individually for every financial year — it can change year to year
- NRIs are taxed at flat rates (30% on most income) without slab benefits unless DTAA provides relief
- Buyers of NRI-owned property must deduct TDS at 20–30% — incorrect TDS triggers demands on the NRI
- DTAA benefits require proactive filing of Form 10F and Tax Residency Certificate — these are not auto-applied
- Special Chapter XII-A provisions offer significant tax savings that are widely underutilized
- Multi-year non-compliance attracts interest under Sections 234A, 234B, 234C and penalties under Section 271F
- Repatriation of funds requires tax clearance and Form 15CA/CB — non-compliance is a FEMA violation
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must file an income tax return in India as an NRI?
What income of an NRI is taxable in India?
Which ITR form should an NRI use?
What is the due date for NRIs to file their Indian income tax return?
Can NRIs claim deductions under Chapter VI-A (80C, 80D)?
Need Help with Your NRI Tax Filing in India?
Our specialists handle the complete NRI tax compliance cycle — from residential status advisory and return filing to notices and repatriation. We work remotely with NRIs across all countries.
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GSTR-9 is an annual GST return that summarizes all transactions reported during the financial year. It is required to ensure proper reconciliation and compliance with GST laws.
All regular GST-registered taxpayers are required to file GSTR-9, except composition dealers, casual taxable persons, and non-resident taxpayers.
The due date is generally 31st December following the end of the relevant financial year, unless extended by the government.
It includes details of outward supplies, inward supplies, input tax credit claimed, taxes paid, and adjustments made during the year.
GSTR-9 is mandatory for most regular taxpayers, but certain small taxpayers may get exemptions based on turnover thresholds notified by the government.
Late filing may result in penalties and late fees, along with potential compliance issues or notices from GST authorities.
