ITR Filing for NRIs File the Right Form, Stay Compliant in AY 2025-26
- We help NRIs select and file the correct ITR form based on salary, capital gains, rental income, and professional earnings in India.
- Our team ensures accurate reporting of overseas bank accounts, investments, and foreign income to avoid compliance issues under Indian tax laws.
- We help you claim DTAA relief to avoid double taxation on foreign income and assist with filing Form 67 for valid claims.
- Whether selling property or mutual funds, we calculate and report your capital gains correctly, including bifurcation as per new AY 2025-26 rules.
- Claim excess TDS refunds or apply for a lower/nil TDS certificate to protect your cash flow and reduce tax deductions at source.
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Avoid 50% Penalty: Choose the Right ITR Form
Filing the wrong ITR form as an NRI? You risk: → ₹5,000 penalty + delayed refunds → Tax notices for unreported foreign assets → Rejection of DTAA benefits
NRI ITR Form Selector: Avoid Costly Mistakes
| Your Income Type | Correct ITR Form | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Salary/Capital Gains/Foreign Assets | ITR-2 | July 31, 2025 |
| Business/Consultancy in India | ITR-3 | July 31, 2025 |
| Presumptive Income (<₹50L) | ITR-4 | July 31, 2025 |
| *ITR-1 is NOT for NRIs* | ❌ | - |
Real Example: An NRI filed ITR-1 → ₹78K refund blocked + notice for undisclosed US property.
New Rules Every NRI Must Know
Avoid penalties with these key changes:
- Capital Gains Split: Report gains before/after July 23, 2024 separately
- Asset Disclosure: Schedule AL required only if income >₹1 crore (up from ₹50L)
- Dividend Reporting: Share buybacks now taxed as "Other Income"
- TDS Reconciliation: Match Form 26AS/AIS with actual deductions
- Crypto/Foreign Assets: Mandatory disclosure in ITR-2/3
My Refund Was Blocked for 18 Months!
Learn from others' errors: ⚠️ Mistake 1: Using ITR-1 → Automatic rejection ⚠️ Mistake 2: Not reporting foreign bank accounts → ₹10K/account penalty ⚠️ Mistake 3: Missing Form 67 for DTAA benefits → Double taxation ⚠️ Mistake 4: Underreporting rental income → 50% penalty + interest ⚠️ Mistake 5: Late filing → ₹5K penalty + interest on dues We audit returns for these risks before filing.
Why 1,200+ NRIs Trust Our Expertise
Generic CAs miss NRI nuances. We specialize in: Form Selection: ITR-2/3/4 tailored to your income mix DTAA Optimization: Claim tax credits for US/UK/UAE income Asset Disclosure: Legally report foreign properties/stocks/crypto Refund Acceleration: Average 23-day refund processing Notice Defense: Represent you before CPC Included in all plans:
- Capital gains calculation on Indian properties
- Form 67 preparation for foreign tax credits
- Lower TDS certificates under Section 195
How We Saved ₹7.2L for a California-Based Client
Problem: IT professional filed ITR-1 → Undisclosed ₹42L US stocks → ₹3.8L penalty notice. Our Action:
- Filed revised ITR-2 with foreign asset disclosure
- Submitted DTAA relief application
- Negotiated penalty reduction with CPC Result: ₹0 penalties + ₹3.2L refund processed in 18 days.
File Your NRI ITR Before July 31 Deadline
- Share Documents: Passport, Form 16, foreign tax proofs, bank statements
- Strategy Call: Our CA plans DTAA benefits + deductions
- Draft Approval: Review ITR draft in our secure portal
- e-Filing + Tracking: We file + provide refund tracker
Why CA Vakeel?
- NRI-Specialized CAs: 140+ successful filings last year
- Global Compliance: Expertise in US/UK/UAE/Canada tax treaties
- Money-Back Accuracy Guarantee
- ISO 27001 Certified Data Security