This question, “Do NRI need to file ITR?”, depends primarily on your Indian source of income, not on your global income. This means;
If you earn income in India (salary for services in India, rent from Indian property, capital gains on sale of assets in India, interest from Indian bank deposits) and your total taxable Indian income exceeds the basic exemption limit applicable to individuals.
Old tax regime for NRIs: Basic exemption limit: Rs. 2,50,000. No rebate under section 87A for NRIs.
New tax regime for NRIs: FY 2023-24 onwards: Basic exemption limit: Rs. 3,00,000, NRI cannot claim 87A rebate even under the new regime.
Even if your income is below the threshold, you may need to file if you wish to claim a refund, carry forward losses, or claim treaty benefits under a DTAA (Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement).
If you have no income in India, or your Indian-source income is below the exemption limit and no other criteria force filing (e.g., you’re not seeking a refund).
However, voluntary filing can help you maintain compliance, build creditworthiness, and keep records clear.
As an NRI, check your Indian-source income each financial year (April-March). If it’s taxable or you want to claim benefits/refunds, file your ITR using the correct ITR form for NRIs (typically ITR-2 or other non-ITR-1/4 depending on your income types).
Also keep documentation of your income, tax deductions, and address your residency status to avoid confusion.
I hope this helps!
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Do NRI Need to File Income Tax?
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