Last reviewed: April 2026 Under the Income-tax Rules, 2026, individuals who are not citizens of India must navigate a specific compliance landscape. While the term “NRI” is often used generically, the PAN 2.0 project draws a clear distinction: if you do...
Last reviewed: April 2026 ✔ Fact-checked by the Indian Law & Property Team at Whytecroft Ford How do I apply for an OCI PAN Card 2.0? Since April 1, 2026, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) must use the new Form 95 to apply for or upgrade to a PAN 2.0 card....
Last reviewed: April 2026 ✔ Fact-checked by the Indian Law & Property Team at Whytecroft Ford On April 1, 2026, the Indian Income Tax Department, under the Ministry of Finance, initiated the full implementation of the PAN Card 2.0 Project. This represents a...
For NRIs and OCIs residing in the UK, maintaining financial compliance in India requires a strict alignment between legal identity documents (PAN and Aadhaar) and the asset-holding frameworks of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). This overview clarifies the...
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...
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...
