Complete NRI Services Guide

Handle India-side business, tax and compliance cleanly while living abroad.

NRI services require careful coordination of residential status, PAN, bank accounts, Indian income, property records, FEMA rules, company or LLP setup, investment reporting, repatriation and tax filing obligations.

NRI Readiness Check

What we review before starting NRI services

NRI compliance depends on residential status, country of residence, Indian income, bank account type, investments, property transactions, proposed business activity, FEMA rules, tax treaty position and document availability.

Residential status, PAN, Aadhaar availability, passport, OCI and overseas address review.
NRE/NRO banking, repatriation, Indian income, TDS and tax filing requirement mapping.
Company, LLP, property, investment and director/shareholder compliance planning.
FEMA, RBI, ROC, income tax, GST and documentation calendar support.
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    Why NRI Services Matter

    Protect your India interests with clean tax, FEMA and documentation support.

    NRIs often manage Indian businesses, property, investments and family assets from abroad. Professional coordination helps avoid tax mismatch, FEMA issues, banking delays, property documentation gaps and missed compliance deadlines.

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    India Compliance Clarity

    Understand what applies to your Indian income, business activity, investments and property transactions.

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    NRE/NRO Banking Guidance

    Plan banking records, repatriation documents, TDS certificates and account-related compliance cleanly.

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    Company & LLP Setup

    Structure India business entry with proper directorship, shareholding, FDI and ROC documentation.

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    NRI Tax Filing

    File Indian tax returns for rental income, capital gains, business income, interest and other taxable receipts.

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    Property Support

    Organise property sale, purchase, rental, TDS, repatriation and documentation support for NRIs.

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    FEMA Risk Control

    Review foreign exchange, investment, remittance and reporting requirements before execution.

    Documents Required

    Documents needed for NRI services.

    The document list depends on whether the requirement is business setup, tax filing, property transaction, repatriation, PAN, DSC or FEMA compliance.

    NRI Identity Documents

    • Passport and visa / residence proof
    • OCI / PIO card if available
    • PAN card or PAN application details
    • Overseas address proof
    • Indian mobile, email and contact details

    Tax & Banking Records

    • NRE/NRO bank statements
    • Form 16A, TDS certificates and AIS details
    • Indian income details and rent records
    • Investment and capital gains statements
    • Foreign tax residency details if applicable

    Business & Property Inputs

    • Company/LLP proposal and activity details
    • Shareholding, director and nominee details
    • Property deed, sale agreement or rent agreement
    • Power of attorney where required
    • Repatriation or remittance purpose documents
    5-Step Process

    How CompanyJi supports NRI requirements.

    We focus on status review, document mapping, regulatory path, filings and long-term India compliance support.

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    Status Review

    We review residential status, country, income source, business plan and India-side requirement.

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    Document Planning

    We prepare identity, banking, tax, property, business and FEMA document checklist.

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    Compliance Mapping

    We map applicable tax, FEMA, ROC, RBI, GST or property compliance route.

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    Filing Support

    We support relevant registration, return filing, company setup or documentation process.

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    Ongoing Tracking

    We help maintain compliance calendar, records, repatriation documents and future filing reminders.

    Compare Before Choosing

    NRI Tax vs FEMA vs Company Setup vs Property Compliance.

    Each NRI requirement has a different legal purpose. Income tax filing does not automatically solve FEMA, ROC, banking or property documentation requirements.

    Service
    Purpose
    Main Benefit
    Key Caution
    NRI Tax Filing
    Indian income reporting
    Handles tax return, TDS, refunds and income reporting
    Does not replace FEMA checks
    FEMA Compliance
    Foreign exchange and remittance rules
    Supports investment, repatriation and FDI compliance
    Bank documents must match transaction purpose
    Company / LLP Setup
    India business structure
    Creates legal entity for Indian operations
    FDI, directorship and ROC rules apply
    Property Compliance
    Sale, purchase, rent and repatriation
    Organises TDS, capital gains and documents
    Power of attorney and tax planning matter
    Everything you need to know

    NRI Services FAQs

    Category-wise answers covering NRI basics, eligibility, documents, process, business setup, taxation, FEMA, property, repatriation and common compliance mistakes.

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    Basics

    Important NRI service guidance.

    What are NRI services?+

    NRI services cover India-side tax, business, FEMA, property, banking, repatriation and compliance support for non-resident Indians and overseas Indians.

    Can an NRI start a business in India?+

    Yes. NRIs can start or invest in Indian businesses subject to company law, FEMA, FDI, sectoral and tax rules.

    Does an NRI need PAN in India?+

    PAN is generally needed for tax filing, property transactions, investments, banking and several business activities in India.

    Can NRI compliance be handled remotely?+

    Many filings and registrations can be handled remotely with proper digital documents, authorisations and signatures.

    Is NRI tax different from resident tax?+

    Yes. Taxability depends on residential status, source of income, treaty benefits, TDS and Indian income rules.

    Eligibility

    Who can use NRI services.

    Who is treated as an NRI for compliance?+

    NRI status depends on residential status under income tax and FEMA rules. Both should be reviewed based on stay and transaction type.

    Can OCI cardholders use NRI services?+

    Yes. OCI cardholders often need Indian tax, property, banking, investment and business compliance support.

    Can an NRI be director in an Indian company?+

    Yes, subject to DIN, DSC, KYC, residency and applicable company law and FEMA considerations.

    Can an NRI invest in Indian startups?+

    Yes, subject to FDI rules, pricing, sector conditions, reporting requirements and banking route.

    Can NRIs buy property in India?+

    NRIs can generally purchase permitted immovable property in India, subject to FEMA restrictions and documentation.

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    Documents

    Records commonly required.

    What documents are required for NRI services?+

    Passport, PAN, overseas address proof, visa or residence proof, bank statements, income documents and transaction-specific records are commonly required.

    Is Aadhaar mandatory for NRIs?+

    Aadhaar requirement depends on the service and eligibility. NRIs can often use passport and overseas address documents where permitted.

    Is DSC required for NRI directors?+

    Yes. Digital Signature Certificate is required for signing company incorporation, director KYC and ROC forms electronically.

    Are documents required to be notarised?+

    Some overseas documents may need notarisation, apostille or consular attestation depending on the filing or authority requirement.

    Is power of attorney required?+

    Power of attorney may be required for property, banking, tax representation or local execution of documents.

    Process

    How NRI support works.

    How does CompanyJi start NRI services?+

    CompanyJi reviews residential status, objective, documents, transaction type and applicable tax, FEMA or business compliance path.

    Can the process be completed online?+

    Many NRI services can be handled online, but some bank, property or notarisation steps may need local or overseas document execution.

    How long do NRI services take?+

    Timeline depends on document readiness, authority response, bank coordination, notarisation and the type of service requested.

    Can CompanyJi coordinate with Indian banks?+

    CompanyJi can help prepare documentation and coordinate process requirements, while bank approval remains subject to bank policy.

    Can multiple NRI issues be handled together?+

    Yes. Tax filing, property compliance, company setup, FEMA review and repatriation planning can be mapped together.

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    Business

    Company, LLP and startup setup.

    Can an NRI form a private limited company?+

    Yes. NRIs can form private limited companies subject to director, shareholder, FDI and ROC requirements.

    Can an NRI form an LLP?+

    Yes, subject to FEMA, FDI and LLP compliance rules including designated partner requirements.

    Does an Indian company need one resident director?+

    Private companies must comply with resident director requirements under company law, so director planning is important.

    Can an NRI own 100% of an Indian company?+

    It may be possible in many sectors under automatic route, but sectoral caps, prohibited sectors and FEMA rules must be checked.

    Is FDI reporting required?+

    Yes. Foreign investment in an Indian company may require reporting and documentation under FEMA rules.

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    Tax

    NRI tax filing and TDS.

    Does an NRI need to file ITR in India?+

    An NRI may need to file ITR if taxable Indian income exceeds limits, refund is claimed, capital gains arise or filing is otherwise required.

    Is NRI rental income taxable in India?+

    Yes. Rental income from Indian property is generally taxable in India subject to deductions and TDS rules.

    Is capital gain on Indian property taxable?+

    Yes. Capital gains on sale of Indian property are taxable in India and may involve TDS and reinvestment planning.

    Can NRIs claim tax refund?+

    Yes. If excess TDS is deducted, refund can be claimed by filing an income tax return.

    Can DTAA benefits apply?+

    Tax treaty benefits may apply depending on country, income type, tax residency certificate and documentation.

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    FEMA

    Foreign exchange and repatriation.

    What is FEMA compliance for NRIs?+

    FEMA compliance deals with foreign exchange, investments, property, remittance, repatriation and banking rules for non-residents.

    Can NRIs repatriate money from India?+

    Repatriation may be possible through permitted routes with tax clearance, bank documents and FEMA compliance.

    What is Form 15CA and 15CB?+

    Form 15CA and 15CB are used for certain foreign remittances to report tax details and certification where applicable.

    Can NRO funds be repatriated?+

    NRO funds can be repatriated within permitted limits and documentation requirements, subject to tax compliance.

    Can NRI investments require RBI reporting?+

    Foreign investment in Indian entities may require FEMA reporting through prescribed forms and timelines.

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    Property

    Property sale, purchase and rental.

    Can NRIs sell property in India?+

    Yes. NRIs can sell permitted Indian property subject to title documents, TDS, tax filing and FEMA repatriation rules.

    Is TDS high on NRI property sale?+

    NRI property sale may attract TDS under special provisions. Lower deduction certificate can be explored where eligible.

    Can NRI give property on rent?+

    Yes. Rental income should be documented and tax/TDS requirements should be checked.

    Can POA be used for property transactions?+

    Power of attorney can be used where legally valid and properly executed, stamped and accepted by the relevant authority.

    Can property sale proceeds be sent abroad?+

    Repatriation may be possible subject to source of funds, tax payment, bank documentation and FEMA limits.

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    Mistakes

    Common NRI compliance mistakes.

    What is the biggest NRI compliance mistake?+

    The biggest mistake is handling property, investment or business transactions without checking tax, FEMA, bank and documentation requirements together.

    Can wrong residential status cause issues?+

    Yes. Wrong status can affect taxability, return filing, bank account classification and FEMA treatment.

    Is ignoring TDS risky?+

    Yes. Incorrect TDS on rent, property sale, interest or payments can create notices, penalties and refund delays.

    Can using the wrong bank account create problems?+

    Yes. NRE, NRO and resident account treatment should match residential status and transaction type.

    Can missing FEMA reporting create penalties?+

    Yes. Delayed or missed FEMA reporting may require compounding, filings or corrective action depending on facts.

    Make your India-side matters NRI-ready and compliance-ready.

    Before tax notices, banking delays, repatriation issues, property documentation gaps or FEMA non-compliance disturb your India plans, prepare a clean NRI support file with CompanyJi’s structured guidance.