Agriculture Land in India for NRIs: FEMA and RBI Rules, 2026 

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Under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA) and the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instrument) Rule 2019 an NRI or OCI is permitted to acquire immovable property in India other than agricultural land, Farmhouse or plantation property.  Under Rule 24(a), the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instrument) Rule 2019 states that an NRI or OCI may […]

Acquisition and transfer of immovable property by NRI or OCI: A Complete guide for NRIs/OCIs

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The Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA), (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules 2019, prescribes specific conditions regarding the purchase, gift, inheritance and transfer of immovable property in India by persons resident outside India. The most important point for NRIs and OCIs is that the rules are different depending upon how the property is acquired or transferred. There […]

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

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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 land, it’s important to understand the legal and tax implications involved. This guide breaks down the process in simple terms, […]