NRI repatriation refers to the process of transferring funds from a Non-Resident Indian's bank account in a foreign country to an account in India. It can include both the principal amount as well as any interest earned on it, based on the type of account used. This process is governed by the FEMA regulations (Foreign Exchange Management Act) and the RBI (Reserve Bank of India).
The NRI Repatriation calculator tool helps an NRI (Non-Resident Indian) to get an estimation of the amount of money that they can transfer from their Indian bank accounts (NRE or NRO) to their bank accounts in their country of residence, by considering several factors like account type, the amount held, and any applicable restrictions or limits set by the RBI. The tool helps an NRI to understand the process and limitations of transferring funds they have held back in India to their overseas accounts.
Who Can Use The Calculator Tool?
Anyone who falls under these situations can use our calculator tool anytime, anywhere:
- Non-resident Indians (NRIs) receiving or earning income in India
- RNORs repatriating Indian income abroad
- Individuals repatriating inheritance, rental, capital gains, or NRO funds
- NRIs seeking to check the DTAA impact or TDS applicability
How to Use SaveTaxs Repatriation Calculator?
Our repatriation calculator is quick and easy to understand. Follow these five easy steps to use our online repatriation calculator:
- Step 1: Select your residency status, such as NRI or RNOR.
- Step 2: Fill in your income source. (e.g, property sale, FD interest)
- Step 3: Enter the amount you wish to repatriate
- Step 4: Select the TDS paid and any foreign tax (if any).
- Step 5: Click on "Calculate" to check the applicable tax and the net repatriable amount.
What are the Documents Required for Repatriation?
You need to submit some specific forms and certificates during the repatriation from India process to prove that the funds being transferred have fulfilled all the legal and tax requirements. Here is a list of the documents required for repatriating funds from an NRO, NRE, and FCNR account:
NRO Account Repatriation Requirements
When repatriating funds from an NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) account, you need to submit some strict documents as compared to an NRE or FCNR account because of the tax implications. The main documents that you need to submit are as follows:
- Form A2: The FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) declaration form is a mandatory form required for any foreign exchange transaction. It provides every detail related to the transaction and confirms that the funds are being transferred for e valid and legal purpose.
- Form 15CB: It is a Chartered Accountant's certificate that confirms that the necessary taxes have been paid on the funds that are being transferred. It validates the tax details stated in Form 15CA, ensuring adherence to all the tax laws.
- Form 15CA: It is an undertaking by the NRI to transfer the funds outside India. It acts as a self-declaration by the NRI, confirming that appropriate taxes have been deducted on the funds that are being transferred. You need to fill out this form and submit it online via the official Tax Information Network (TIN) portal.
- Bank Request Form: This is a standard request form given by the bank where you have an NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) account. It officially starts the repatriation process and includes several details, such as the destination of the bank abroad and the amount to be transferred.
Additionally, the bank might ask to provide some supporting documents to confirm the source of the funds, such as income proof or investments related to the funds that you are repatriating.
NRE/FCNR Account Repatriation Requirements
The repatriation process for an NRE (Non-Resident External) and FCNR (Foreign Currency Non-Resident) account is quite straightforward, as there are no limits for repatriation and no tax complications associated with an NRO account. The documents that are required are as follows:
- Form A2: Similar to the NRO repatriation process, the FEMA declaration is required for an NRE (Non-resident external) and FCNR account as well. It ensures that the repatriation of funds is done for a legitimate purpose and adheres to all the guidelines of FEMA.
- Request Application: This form is submitted to the bank to start the repatriation process. It consists of details related to the amount of repatriated funds and the account details of the overseas destination.
The repatriation process from an NRE and FCNR account is quite simple and quick as compared to an NRO account, as these accounts involve foreign earnings and are tax-exempt in India. Also, you have to submit fewer forms when you want to remit funds from these accounts.
Repatriation Limits and RBI Guidelines
| Type of Account |
Annual Repatriation Limit |
Compliance Requirement |
| NRE |
No Limit |
PAN, Bank Deduction |
| NRO |
No Limit |
TRC (optional), FEMA compliant |
| FCNR |
Up to USD 1 million per financial year |
Form 15CA + 15CB, TRC, PAN. |
Note: An approval from the RBI will be required for repatriating proceeds from specific property sales or in cases where the amount exceeds the permitted repatriable limit.
The RBI regulates the repatriation of funds for NRIs from India, including limits on the amount that can be repatriated in a financial year. Our calculator can help you stay and adhere to these guidelines.
To Conclude
Understanding the repatriation rules for Non-resident Indians (NRIs) can be a little complex as it involves different types of NRI accounts, investments, and has different limits for each. Using our online repatriation calculator can help an NRI understand the specific limits on how much they are allowed to remit back to their resident country from their Indian assets. NRIs can get clarity on fund availability for investments, expenses, etc., which can help them in financial planning. Our tool is free to use and can be accessed by anyone, anywhere, as it is completely digital.
