How NRIs Can Avoid Double Taxation | DTAA, Form 10F, TRC & More
Don’t Pay Taxes Twice – Know Your Rights as an NRI
If you’re an NRI earning income in India and paying taxes abroad, you might be at risk of double taxation—but the good news is, you don’t have to be.
Thanks to India’s Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) with 90+ countries, you can avoid being taxed twice on the same income—if you follow the right process.
Here’s what you need to know:
🔍 What is DTAA?
DTAA is a treaty India signs with other countries to ensure NRIs don’t pay taxes on the same income both in India and their country of residence. You either get a tax exemption in one country or a foreign tax credit.
✅ Key DTAA Benefits for NRIs:
Reduced TDS rates on Indian income like interest, dividends, rent
Credit for taxes paid abroad on income earned in India
Exemption or lower tax on certain capital gains
🧾 Documents You’ll Need to Claim DTAA:
To claim benefits, NRIs must submit specific forms before or during tax filing.
Form 10F – A simple self-declaration
TRC (Tax Residency Certificate) – Issued by your country’s tax authority
Passport/visa copies – To prove NRI status
Proof of foreign income tax paid – For claiming credit
💡 What is Foreign Tax Credit (FTC)?
If you've paid tax abroad on income that’s also taxable in India, you can claim FTC while filing your Indian return. It reduces your Indian tax liability.
But it’s important to get the details right — income types must match, credit can’t exceed Indian taxes on that income, and proper documentation is key.
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