Expert Guidance on Legal, Tax, and Compliance Matters
As specialists in NRI-related services, we provide comprehensive assistance to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) in navigating the regulatory, financial, and tax landscapes, both in India and abroad. Our services are designed to ensure compliance with Indian laws while optimizing financial, tax, and investment strategies.
Our NRI Advisory & Compliance Services Include:
FEMA Advisory and Compliance for NRIs
- Becoming an NRI: Assistance with the process of becoming an NRI under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and understanding the implications on taxation, banking, and property ownership in India.
- Students Going Abroad: Tailored guidance for students intending to study abroad, ensuring compliance with FEMA regulations while managing their finances and remittances.
Income Tax Advisory for NRIs
- Tax Residency Status Determination: Support in determining the tax residential status of NRIs under the Income Tax Act and its implications for their worldwide income.
- Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA): Assistance in understanding and applying the provisions of DTAA to ensure optimal tax treatment on income earned in India and abroad.
FEMA & Income Tax Compliance for Returning NRIs
- Guidance for returning NRIs on their re-entry into India, with insights into tax obligations under FEMA and the Income Tax Act, including treatment of foreign income and assets.
NRI Regulations and Compliance
- Regulations for NRI Investments: Advice on regulations governing investments by NRIs in Indian entities, securities, and financial markets.
- Financial and Property Investments in India: Assistance with compliance and strategic planning for real estate and other financial investments in India, ensuring full adherence to FEMA and other related laws.
Business Setup in India
- Comprehensive advisory for NRIs interested in setting up businesses in India, including company formation, tax registrations, and compliance with Indian corporate laws and regulations.
Expatriate Services
- Guidance on expatriate employment and residence in India, including visa and work permit requirements, and tax implications for foreign employees working in India.
Repatriation of Funds
- Advisory on the repatriation process for NRIs, ensuring smooth transfer of funds from India to foreign jurisdictions while complying with FEMA regulations.
Inheritance, Gifts, and Succession Planning
- Expertise in managing inheritance, gifts, and succession planning for NRIs with assets in India, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and tax liabilities in both India and abroad.
Immovable Property Transactions
- Investment and Divestment: Advisory on purchasing, selling, or leasing immovable property in India, including legal, tax, and regulatory aspects under FEMA and the Income Tax Act.
- Property Ownership Compliance: Ensuring compliance with FEMA regulations for NRIs owning property in India, including reporting, filings, and other regulatory obligations.
NRI Bank Accounts and Financial Compliance
- Support in managing NRI-specific bank accounts, including NRE, NRO, and FCNR accounts, and ensuring adherence to RBI and FEMA guidelines.
- Assistance with the filing of various forms, tax reports, and other required documentation.
Statutory & Regulatory Filings
- Timely support for filing returns, regulatory documents, and compliance reports as required by Indian authorities, including income tax, FEMA, and other statutory bodies.