Non-Resident Indian (NRI) is an Indian citizen, migrated to a foreign country. In India, the tax is liable to be paid based on residential status and not on the nationality or domicile of the taxpayer.
Due to globalisation, more and more people are relocating to different countries of the world. With the rapid and active growth of the Indian economy over several years, there has been a steady influx of expatriates into India. For dealing with the taxation laws efficiently, one must hire a sound NRI tax consultant in Delhi if you belong to Delhi who can guide you to plan your transactions accordingly.
Some of the typical challenges faced by the Expatriates are getting accustomed to our diverse culture, different languages, finding accommodation, compliance with tax and regulatory regulations. SAAAR Wealth Advisors is one one of the few best NRI consultants in Delhi having vast expertise in NRI return filing in India.
Income Tax deductions available for NRIs under section 80C
NRIs can also avail of the tax deductions under Section 80C up to a maximum of Rs. 1.5 lakhs, just like in the case of residents. Some of the common investment options to claim deduction under section 80C are:
* Life insurance premium payment
An NRI can claim a tax deduction for the premium paid on the life insurance policy taken for himself or his spouse or his children (minor or major), provided the premium paid does not exceed 10% of the capital sum assured.
* Repayment of principal on housing loan
An NRI can avail deduction under section 80C for the instalment portion that goes towards the repayment of the principal amount on loan taken to purchase or construct a house property. It must be noted that the interest portion of the instalment cannot be claimed under Section 80C.
* Children’s tuition fee payment
Tuition fees paid by an NRI to any university, college, school or other educational institutions within India for full-time education of his children is eligible for 80C deduction. This benefit is applicable for a maximum of two children. The NRIs must note that this benefit is not available for payment made to any educational institution situated outside India.
* Investment in ELSS
An NRI can claim a deduction under section 80C of the Act for investments made in the Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) of Mutual Funds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is an NRI?
A ‘Non-resident Indian’ (NRI) in a particular financial year is an individual who is an Indian citizen and who satisfies neither of the following conditions:
a: he stays in India for 182 days or more in the relevant financial year, or
b: he stays in India for 60 days or more in the relevant financial year and for 365 days or more in four previous years immediately preceding that financial year.
- How is residential status relevant for the levy of Income Tax?
- An individual’s taxability in India will depend on his residential status for the relevant financial year as per the Income Tax provisions.
- If an individual’s status is ‘resident’, his global income will be taxable in India. If his status is ‘NRI,’ only his Indian income will be taxable in India.
- Examples of Indian income include:
- salary received in India
- compensation for service rendered in India
- capital gains on transfer of asset situated in India
- Income from house property situated in India
- interest on fixed deposits or savings bank account in India
- Interest earned on an NRE account and FCNR account is tax-free. But, interest on an NRO account is taxable in the hands of an NRI in India.
- Is an NRI liable to file an Income Tax return in India?
Yes, an NRI whose total Indian income during a particular financial year exceeds Rs. 2,50,000 is required to furnish an Income Tax return in India.
Also, in case any tax has been deducted at source on any income of the NRI, and if it is more than his actual tax liability, then he can claim a refund along with interest only after filing his return of income.
- Does an NRI also have to pay advance tax?
Yes, if an NRI’s tax liability is expected to exceed Rs. 10,000 in a financial year, he must pay advance tax. Interest under Section 234B and Section 234C will be levied if advance tax is not paid.
- Which investments are not allowed to NRIs under section 80C?
Some investments under Section 80C that are not allowed to NRIs are:
* Investment in Public Provident Fund
* Investments in National Savings Certificates (NSCs)
* Deposits in post office 5-year deposit scheme
* Deposits in Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS)
