NRI Tax Filing
Income tax filing for NRIs — residential status, DTAA relief, rental and capital gains, lower TDS certificates and Form 15CA/15CB for remittances.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹3,000 – ₹25,000
- Typical duration
- 7 days
Service overview
- Managing taxation across international borders involves complex rules regarding residency status, global income, and domestic tax obligations
- The NRI Tax Filing service helps Non-Resident Indians navigate Indian tax laws, claim double taxation relief, and manage repatriation of funds smoothly
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) earning rental income, capital gains, or professional fees in India.
- Individuals who changed residency status during the financial year and need dual-status tax compliance.
- NRIs looking to repatriate funds abroad, claim tax refunds on excess TDS, or utilize Double Tax Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Residential Status & DTAA Evaluation: WCP professionals determine your exact residency status under the Income Tax Act and leverage Double Tax Avoidance Agreements to minimize global double taxation.
- TDS & Withholding Tax Optimization: WCP professionals help lower or eliminate excessive TDS deductions on property sales or rental incomes in India via lower deduction certificates (Form 13).
- Precision Capital Gain & Rental Return Filing: WCP professionals compute and file taxes on Indian real estate sales, NRE/NRO account interests, and domestic dividends.
- Repatriation Certificate Assistance: WCP professionals coordinate with chartered accountants to issue Form 15CA/15CB for seamless repatriation of funds abroad through Authorized Dealer banks.
- Post-Filing Compliance Dossier: WCP professionals archive your tax returns, refund trackers, and repatriation certificates into an organized compliance folder.
Key deliverables
- NRI Tax Residency and DTAA Applicability Report
- Form 15CA/15CB Repatriation Certification Support
- Accurate NRI Income Tax Return (ITR-2
- ITR-3) Filings
- Lower TDS Certificate (Form 13) Assistance (where applicable)
Standard turnaround time
Turnaround spans from a few days for standard tax returns to a couple of weeks for complex property sale repatriations.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
No government fee for filing.
- On the sale of property by an NRI, the buyer deducts TDS on the long-term gain at 12.5% plus surcharge and cess (higher on short-term gains) unless a lower or nil deduction certificate is obtained
- A Chartered Accountant's certificate in Form 15CB is a professional cost where a remittance needs it
Key outcomes: correct residential status, double-tax relief claimed and excess TDS refunded.
Forms & filings involved
- ITR-2, or ITR-3 where there is business income in India
- Form 15CA and, where required, Form 15CB for remittances abroad
- Application for a lower or nil TDS certificate
- Tax Residency Certificate and Form 10F for DTAA benefits
Under the Income-tax Rules, 2026 several of these forms carry new numbers for tax year 2026-27 onwards; the form in force is used at filing.
Documents required
- Passport copies, visa stamps, and international travel history logs
- NRE and NRO bank account statements reflecting Indian transactions
- Property sale deeds, rental agreements, and Form 16A TDS certificates
What we need from you
- Provide accurate travel dates, passport logs, and banking records promptly.
- Cooperate during digital verification and bank authorization steps.
Important conditions
- Failure to correctly declare foreign assets or global income can violate exchange control and tax laws.
- Repatriation approvals depend on tax clearance certificates and bank verification guidelines.
Additional information
Expert NRI tax planning prevents overpaid withholding taxes, ensures seamless fund transfers abroad, and keeps your Indian investments completely compliant.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Does an NRI need to file an income tax return in India?
Yes, if Indian income exceeds the basic exemption limit, or to claim a refund of excess TDS, or to carry forward losses.
How is residential status decided?
Mainly by the number of days spent in India in the year and the preceding years, with special rules for Indian citizens visiting India and for those with high Indian income.
Can an NRI reduce TDS on property sale?
Yes. By applying for a lower or nil deduction certificate before the sale, TDS can be limited to the tax actually payable on the gain.
What is DTAA relief?
Under a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement, income taxed in both countries gets relief by exemption or credit, supported by a Tax Residency Certificate and Form 10F.