The journey
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Before you land
Visa category, employer sponsorship, assignment letter, tax-equalisation terms.
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Your first tax year
Residential status; which income India taxes; treaty relief; foreign-asset reporting once you become resident.
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Every year
Residence Permit renewal; 31 July tax return; Form 44 foreign-tax credit; provident-fund status.
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When you leave
Exit Permit where required; income-tax clearance certificate (Form 156 under the Income-tax Act, 2025) for persons not domiciled in India; final return; PF withdrawal or transfer.
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Questions we are asked most
Do I need to register with FRRO if my visa is for one year?
Yes — any visa valid for more than 180 days.
Will India tax my salary paid abroad?
If it is for work done in India, generally yes, subject to treaty relief. We assess your specific case.
Do I have to contribute to Indian provident fund?
Usually yes as an International Worker, unless your country has a social-security agreement with India and you hold a Certificate of Coverage.
Can my spouse and children register with me?
Yes; dependants register on the same portal with their own documents.
What do I need before I leave India for good?
An Exit Permit where applicable, a tax clearance certificate if required, and a final tax return. Start 6–8 weeks before departure.