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NRI Tax Filing, Done Right — From Anywhere in the World

Accurate, on-time income tax return filing for NRIs — rental income, capital gains, interest, dividends and refunds, handled entirely online.

FY2025-26 Key Dates
Filing opensApr 2026
Non-audit deadline31 Jul 2026
Belated return31 Dec 2026
Quick Answer

NRI tax filing India is the process of declaring and paying tax on Indian-sourced income — such as rent, capital gains, and interest — through an annual Income Tax Return (ITR), typically ITR-2. The standard deadline is 31 July, and filing is fully digital, completable from anywhere in the world.

What Counts as Taxable Income for NRIs?

Unlike residents, NRIs are taxed only on income that is earned or arises in India. This typically includes: rental income from Indian property, capital gains from selling property, shares or mutual funds, interest on NRO accounts and fixed deposits, dividends from Indian companies, and any business or professional income sourced in India. Income earned and held abroad — salary from a foreign employer, foreign bank interest — is not taxable in India for NRIs.

Documents Required for NRI Tax Filing

  1. PAN Card
  2. Passport (for residency status proof)
  3. Form 26AS / AIS & TIS statements
  4. NRE/NRO bank statements
  5. TDS certificates (Form 16A / 16B)
  6. Property sale/purchase deed (if applicable)
  7. Foreign Tax Residency Certificate (for DTAA claims)
  8. Details of investments for deduction claims

Our Process

01

Income Assessment

We identify every India-sourced income stream and applicable exemptions.

02

Reconcile TDS

Match Form 26AS/AIS against actual TDS deducted to avoid mismatches.

03

Compute & Review

Tax liability calculated with DTAA relief and deductions applied.

04

E-File & Verify

Return filed and e-verified; acknowledgment sent to you same day.

05

Refund Tracking

We monitor and follow up until your refund is credited.

ITR-2 vs ITR-3: Which Form Do You Need?

CriteriaITR-2ITR-3
Business/Professional IncomeNot applicableApplicable
Capital GainsApplicableApplicable
House Property IncomeApplicableApplicable
Foreign Assets ReportingApplicableApplicable
Most Common ForSalaried/investment-income NRIsNRIs with a business or partnership

Why File Through India Easy

Fast Filing

Most returns completed within 5-7 business days of document submission.

Zero Mismatch Errors

TDS and AIS reconciliation before filing avoids automated notices.

Maximum Refund

Every eligible deduction and DTAA claim identified and applied.

Fully Remote

No visits to India required — upload, review, sign, done.

₹4.2 Lakh Refund Recovered for a UK-Based NRI

A London-based client had excess TDS deducted on NRO fixed deposit interest over two years but had never filed a return to claim it back. We filed both years' returns (current + belated), applied correct DTAA relief, and recovered a combined refund of ₹4.2 lakh within 10 weeks.

What Clients Say About Our Filing Service

★★★★★

"Filed in under a week, entirely by email and WhatsApp. Refund came through six weeks later."

DL
D*** L***Canada
★★★★★

"They caught a TDS mismatch I would have never noticed. Saved me a scrutiny notice."

MS
M*** S***Australia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for NRI tax filing in India?
For most NRIs (non-audit cases), the ITR filing deadline is 31 July following the end of the financial year (31 March). Audit cases typically get until 31 October.
Which ITR form should an NRI use?
Most NRIs use ITR-2 if they have capital gains, house property income, or foreign assets, and don't have business income. NRIs with business income typically use ITR-3.
What documents are required for NRI tax filing?
PAN card, passport, Form 26AS, AIS/TIS statements, bank statements (NRE/NRO), property sale/purchase documents if applicable, TDS certificates, and foreign tax residency certificate for DTAA claims.
Can NRIs file tax returns online from abroad?
Yes, the entire process — from document submission to e-verification via Aadhaar OTP, net banking or a chartered accountant's digital signature — can be completed remotely without visiting India.
How long does it take to get a tax refund after filing?
Refunds typically process within 4-8 weeks of e-verification if the return is filed correctly and matches Form 26AS/AIS data, though timelines vary by assessment year workload.
What happens if an NRI misses the tax filing deadline?
A belated return can still be filed (usually by 31 December) with a late fee under Section 234F and interest on any unpaid tax. Missing this window further limits options and may increase scrutiny risk.
Do NRIs get a basic exemption limit like residents?
Yes, NRIs are entitled to the same basic exemption limit as residents under the applicable tax regime, though certain rebates like Section 87A do not apply to NRIs.
Can I file NRI tax returns for previous years?
Belated and updated returns can be filed for limited prior years under specific provisions (Section 139(8A)), subject to additional tax and time limits — a consultant can confirm your eligibility.

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