NRIs earning income from multiple countries face potential double taxation issues. To address this, countries establish Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs), requiring taxpayers to prove their residency with a Tax Residency Certificate (TRC). TRCs offer benefits like avoiding double taxation and simplifying compliance.
NRI investments in Indian real estate are on the rise, fueled by sentimentality, tech advancements, and a projected 20% NRI contribution by 2025. Mumbai and Bengaluru remain top choices, with property management services and sustainability practices gaining traction.
Srishti, an NRI, discovered INR 20,000 TDS on her NRO account. Does she need to pay tax in India? Is filing income tax return mandatory? Explore tax-saving instruments, tax-exempt proceeds, and financial compliance.
The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) ruled in favor of a salaried individual working abroad, stating that his overseas income should not be taxed in India. The case involved a non-resident employee who was deputed by an Indian company to work in Austria. The ITAT s decision emphasizes that income earned by non-residents for services performed outside India should not be subject to taxation.
Understanding the residential status is crucial for NR taxpayers in India to determine their scope of taxable income and reporting obligations. Taxation is limited to income earned within the country, with different rates depending on the Act and tax treaties.