For NRIs and UK residents, managing Indian property or financial affairs from the UK requires an Indian Power of Attorney (POA). This crucial document allows a “Principal” (you) to appoint an “Attorney” (a trusted representative based in India...
Last reviewed: April 2026 A PAN card is a legal requirement for NRIs and OCI holders conducting any financial activity in India. This applies to property transactions, NRO account opening, repatriation of funds, tax filing, and high-value investments. FEMA (the...
Can I sell two properties with one Indian Power of Attorney? Yes. It is legally possible to include more than one property in a single Indian Power of Attorney, provided the document is drafted correctly. Indian law does not prohibit a single POA document from...
What is changing from 1 October 2025? India has begun rolling out an Electronic Arrival Card (e‑Arrival Card) for foreign nationals, replacing the paper disembarkation card over a six‑month transition period. From 1 October 2025, travellers should complete the form...
For many Indian-origin families in the UK, managing property, banking, and legal affairs in India becomes difficult when elderly parents are unable to travel. Health issues, age-related mobility challenges, and the long journey can make returning to India impractical....
What is an Indian General Power of Attorney? A General Power of Attorney (GPA) is a legal instrument by which a person (the Principal) delegates broad authority to another individual (the Attorney or Agent) to act on their behalf in various legal, financial, and...
