Expatriate Taxation

Expatriate taxation in India can be intricate due to the unique tax implications faced by individuals working and residing in the country on foreign assignments .We provide a range of specialized expatriate taxation services to assist both expatriates and their employers in navigating these complexities effectively. Here are some key services

Regulatory Approvals:

  • Support for registering with the Foreigner Regional Registration Office (FRRO) to comply with immigration and residency regulations.
  • Obtaining Permanent Account Number (PAN) for expatriates to facilitate tax compliance and identification in India.
  • Drafting Secondment, Dispatch, and Employment Agreements from tax and regulatory perspectives to ensure compliance with Indian laws and regulations.

Statutory Compliances:

  • Calculating taxable income and tax liabilities for the employer regarding expatriate employees.
  • Coordinating and compiling global income and foreign asset details for expatriates to include in their individual tax returns.
  • Preparing and filing withholding tax returns and issuing certificates to expatriates.
  • Preparing and filing individual tax returns for expatriates.

Consulting and Advisory Services:

  • Advisory on determining the Residential Status of Expatriates for tax purposes in India.
  • Advisory on the taxability of various sources of income earned by expatriates in India.
  • Advising on exemption and tax credit mechanisms available to expatriates.
  • Advisory on taxability as per Tax Treaties or Double Tax Avoidance Agreements between India and the expatriate’s home country.

Exit Approvals:

  • Handling the surrender of “Residential Permit” and obtaining an “Exit Visa” from the FRRO office when expatriates depart India permanently.
  • Securing a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or Income Tax Clearance Certificate (ITCC) from tax authorities for expatriates permanently leaving India.
  • Assisting in obtaining a certificate of coverage for outbound expatriates to ensure compliance with social security requirements.

Representation Services:

  • Handling income tax scrutiny assessments and penalty proceedings for expatriates, representing them before Income Tax Authorities.
  • Handling income tax appeal proceedings for expatriates and representing them before the Income Tax Appellate Authorities to resolve tax disputes effectively.
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