Mr Y is employed by in Firm registered in India. He is sent for project work abroad in Europe for a period of 190 days during the current fiscal year.
1. Mr Y is an indian citizen and holds indian passport
2. He continues to receive his salary/ Remuneration in India
3. He was residing in india during the last financial year.
Queries
1. Is Mr Y an NRI for this financial year?
2. If yes, what does he need to do to file the income tax rebate?
Indian Employee in Europe for 190 Days: NRI Status and Tax Filing Implications Explained for Current Fiscal Year Mr. Y, an Indian citizen employed by an Indian firm, was sent to Europe for 190 days in the current fiscal year. He continues to receive his salary in India. The queries raised were whether Mr. Y qualifies as a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) for this financial year and how he should file for an income tax rebate. Responses indicated that if a person resides in India for less than 182 days, they are considered an NRI. An NRI must pay tax on income received in India, and Mr. Y should file a regular income tax return if his salary exceeds the exemption limit. (AI Summary)