Author: NRI Legal World

Is live-in relationship valid in India?

Legal status of Live-in relationship vs Civil Partnership deed in India

With the increasing global mobility of Indians, many Non-resident Indians enter into relationships governed by foreign laws, such as civil partnerships or domestic partnerships. These legal relationships, recognized in countries like the United Kingdom and

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Registration of Foreign Divorce Decree in India: Law, Procedure and Judicial Approach for NRIs 

With the increase in cross-border marriages involving non-resident Indians (NRIs), disputes related to foreign divorce decrees have become frequent before Indian courts. Many spouses obtain a divorce from foreign courts, assuming that the decree will

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OCI Card – Your Gateway to India

What is an OCI Card? The Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a scheme launched by the Government of India in August 2005, providing foreign nationals of Indian origin the facility to live, work, and

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Difference Between Land Mutation & Property Registration in India: A Guide for NRIs

If you’re an NRI who owns, inherits, or plans to invest in land or property in India, there are two legal terms you’ll hear often: property registration and land mutation. While they sound similar, they

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A Complete Guide for NRIs on Buying, Selling Agricultural Land & Taxation in India

Navigating real estate laws in India can be challenging for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), especially when it comes to agricultural land. Whether you’re planning to sell your ancestral farmland or wondering if you can purchase agricultural

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NRI Property Rights in India: Partition, Mutation & Legal Remedies

When it comes to managing ancestral property in India, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) often find themselves entangled in complex legal, emotional, and bureaucratic challenges. Agricultural land, in particular, becomes a common point of dispute due to

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NRI’s Guide to Proclaimed Offender Proclamations & Property Attachment Laws in India

When it comes to legal matters involving proclaimed offenders and attachment of property in India, the law has a very specific and detailed process to follow. Timing plays a major role here, and how much

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Managing Property in India: Why NRIs Are Facing an Uphill Battle?

For millions of Non-Resident Indians, property in India is not just a financial asset. It represents family legacy, emotional connection, and long-term security. However, in recent years, managing property remotely has become increasingly complex, often

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Child custody for NRIs in India

Court battles over child custody are often unavoidable after a divorce. In Indian courts, NRI child custody cases pose significant legal challenges. NRIs must navigate the intricate Indian legal system, which may involve federal and/or

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Banking Scams in India: Why NRIs Are Prime Targets & How to Stay Safe?

In an increasingly digital world, cyber frauds targeting bank accounts have evolved into a grave threat for individuals, small businesses, and even large institutions. In 2024–25, India has witnessed a surge in technology-enabled financial crimes,

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