The NRI's Practical Guide to Buying Property in India
Buying property in India from abroad can feel daunting — but with the right process it's completely manageable.
1. Know what you can buy
NRIs can freely purchase residential and commercial property in India. Agricultural land, plantations and farmhouses generally require special permissions.
2. Get your paperwork ready
- A valid passport and PAN card
- An NRE/NRO bank account for transactions
- A registered Power of Attorney if you can't be present
3. Do due diligence remotely
Insist on RERA verification, title search, encumbrance certificate and a builder track-record review. Propbolt provides virtual tours, digital documentation and regular progress updates for buyers abroad.
4. Plan for taxes
Understand TDS on property purchase and the implications for repatriation. A good consultant coordinates this end to end.
