Khabar: The NRI: PAN and AADHAAR Cards: From Confusion to Clarity (2024)

FAQs

Is Aadhaar and PAN linking mandatory for NRI? ›

NRIs who do not have Aadhaar are exempted from the guideline of linking of PAN-Aadhaar provided they update their residential status as Non-Resident in the income tax portal. However if an NRI holds an Aadhaar, the exemption does not apply, and they will have to link their PAN with Aadhaar.

NRIs whose PANs have expired/inoperative are asked to notify their respective JAO, along with supporting papers, and request to update their residential status in the PAN database.

An Aadhar card is not a proof of Indian citizenship and does not grant any foreigner the right to stay in the country in case they are non-compliant with other requirements. NRIs are not compelled by any mandate to link their bank accounts with Aadhaar if they do not wish to benefit under section 7 of the Aadhaar Act.

In case the NRI requires an address other than that mentioned in passport, he has option to submit any valid proof of address document available to resident Indian. After completing the enrolment the operator shall return all the documents alongwith an achnowledgement slip containing the applicable charges.

The exempt category is as follows: Individuals residing in the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Assam and Meghalaya. A non-resident taxable person as per the Income-tax Act, 1961. People aged more than 80 years (Super Senior Citizens).

Yes, Overseas Citizens of India can get PAN numbers from India. Foreign nationals benefit from International customer service for their application. Foreign citizens and OCI need PAN for India bank accounts.

Operational PAN

A Permanent Account Number (PAN) is a must for all big-ticket transactions within the country. An NRI must get an operative PAN for selling the property as an operative PAN is required to apply for a Lower TDS certificate.

NRI's: ITD has mapped the residential status of NRIs if they have filed an ITR in any of the last three Assessment Years or intimated the jurisdictional assessing officer (JAO) of their residential status. If any of the aforementioned conditions are not met, NRI PANs are rendered inoperative.

Yes, a foreign citizen can get an Aadhaar Card in India, which is a government-issued document that serves as proof of identity and address in India. Foreign citizens, including NRIs, can apply for an Aadhaar Card if they are staying in India for a considerable period of time.

Can a NRI with OCI get an Aadhaar card in India? ›

India Simplifies Rules and Introduces Specific Forms. Now NRIs and OCI cardholders are eligible to obtain an Aadhaar Card given they fulfil certain criteria. The government of India has brought new Aadhaar rules to make it easier and simpler for them.

OCI Cardholders who stay in India for a long time (over 182 days in twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment) and have an Indian address can also enroll for Aadhaar Card in India.

As an NRI, PIO, or OCI, you may be required to file tax returns in India if your Indian income surpasses the specified threshold or if you seek to claim refunds for excess tax deductions. While filing an ITR is mandatory only under certain circ*mstances, voluntary filing can be beneficial in many ways.

RBI's NRI Definition: An individual is an NRI if they've not resided in India for more than 182 days during the preceding financial year.

How long does it usually take for my PAN to get linked with Aadhaar after I have completed the process? It takes upto 6-7 days for linking PAN and Aadhaar. Once you have started the linking process by going on the Income Tax Portal, please click on the button below to check the linking status.

Hence, it is not acceptable as proof of Indian citizenship. Therefore, PAN is optional and voluntary just like passport, Driving License, Aadhar card etc. However, its use is mandatory at required places like Driving License for driving and passport for foreign travels.

Step 1: Go to e-filing portal home page and click on Link Aadhaar under Quick Links. Step 2: Enter the PAN and Aadhaar and click Validate. Step 3: Enter the mandatory details as required and click on Link Aadhaar.