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How Can an NRI Sell or Transfer Shares of an Indian Private Company?
An NRI share exit depends on the original FEMA holding basis, the recipient, company-law requirements, valuation, tax withholding and whether the proceeds can legally be remitted.
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LRS, ODI and OPI: Which Rules Apply When Indian Residents Invest Overseas?
LRS governs a resident individual’s remittance. ODI and OPI classify the overseas investment and determine different compliance requirements.
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Paying Non-Residents for Services or Royalties: What Must Indian Businesses Check?
Before paying an overseas consultant or licensor, identify what was purchased, whether India can tax the sum, whether a treaty applies and which deduction and remittance records are required.
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How can NRIs, OCIs and foreign investors invest in an Indian company?
Investing in an Indian company involves more than sending money. The investor’s FEMA classification, sector, investment route and repatriation rights determine the applicable rules.
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GIFT City IFSC for NRIs and Resident Indians: Who Can Invest, and What Are the Tax and Reporting Rules?
GIFT IFSC may provide investment access to NRIs, OCIs and eligible resident Indian individuals. The applicable rules depend on investor residence, product structure, funding route, income-tax provisions and reporting obligations.
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Returning to India with Overseas Assets: How Do You Prepare a Complete Financial Inventory?
Before moving back to India, identify what you own, what you owe, how each holding was acquired and which records support your worldwide financial position.
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What Investment Options Are Available to NRIs and OCIs in India?
NRIs and OCIs can access several Indian investment categories, but eligibility, funding, Indian taxation and repatriation follow different rules.
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How Can NRIs Invest in Indian Shares? Demat Accounts, Banking Routes and Repatriation
NRIs can invest in Indian shares, but account opening, investment permission, sale proceeds and tax treatment are separate questions.
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Can NRIs Invest in Indian Mutual Funds? Rules, Tax and Redemption Explained
NRIs and eligible OCIs can invest in Indian mutual funds, but eligibility, taxation, withholding and remittance of redemption proceeds follow separate rules.
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Does a Nominee Become the Owner of Indian Bank Deposits, Demat Holdings or Life Insurance Proceeds?
Being named as a nominee does not always make someone the owner. Indian bank deposits, demat securities and life insurance follow different legal rules.