Manual for NRI 2008

This is being a practical and simple book for non resident Indians and foreigners of Indian origin, giving full information regarding taxation, investments, real-estate, business in India, bank account, baggage concessions, transfer of residence, settling back in India, various incentives and facilities, specimen forms/documents, detailed practical procedures, etc. The laws discussed are as per the latest Rules and Regulations and new FEMA. The text is as amended upto the Finance Act, 2008.

1. NRI’s Role in Indian Economy and Recent Liberalisations

2. Who is Non-Resident ?

3. Investment Opportunities & Facilities to Non-Residents

4. Entry Strategies & Sectorwise Potential of Investment in India

5. Setting Up an Industry in India

6. Establishment of a Branch, Office or Other Place of Business in India

7. Bank Accounts of Non-Residents

8. NRI Investment in Housing & Real Estate

9. NRI Investments in Shares, Securities, etc. in India

10. Loans and other Credit Facilities to Non- Residents in India and Abroad

11. Institutional Finance

12. Gifts to Relatives/Friends in India

13. Baggage Concessions

14. Status and Facilities on Return to India

15. Settling in India

16. Citizenship in India

17. Tax Guide for Non-Residents

18. Special Regulations Relating to Foreign Nationals Resident in India

19. Guidelines for Emigrating Indians

Subject Index