NRI Services

NRI Legal Services in India

Legal support for Non-Resident Indians, OCI cardholders and Persons of Indian Origin living abroad — for property, inheritance, family, litigation, taxation, documentation, banking and business matters in India, with far less need to travel.

Consult from abroad

Speak to a lawyer by phone or video, at a time that works across time zones.

Power of Attorney support

A trusted person can act for you in India through a properly executed Power of Attorney.

Documentation handled

Drafting, attestation guidance, stamping and registration support for your documents.

Court representation

Representation before district courts, tribunals, High Courts and the Supreme Court.

NRI services

All NRI Legal Services in India

From property disputes and inheritance to divorce, tax and banking, these are the NRI legal services in India most often needed by Non-Resident Indians and OCI cardholders living abroad.

NRI Property Dispute Lawyer

Work with an NRI property dispute lawyer in India on title and ownership disputes, fraudulent transfers, and boundary or co-owner conflicts.

NRI Property Lawyer

An NRI property lawyer in India for buying, owning and managing property: title checks, agreements, registration and mutation.

NRI Power of Attorney Services

Speak to an NRI power of attorney lawyer about drafting, signing abroad at a consulate or with an apostille, adjudication in India and revocation.

NRI Inheritance Lawyer

An NRI inheritance lawyer in India can help you claim and transfer a deceased relative's property, bank deposits and other assets.

NRI Divorce Lawyer

Mutual consent and contested divorce with an NRI divorce lawyer in India, including cases where one or both spouses live abroad.

Illegal Property Possession

An NRI illegal property possession lawyer can act against tenants, relatives or others occupying your property without right, through notice, eviction or a possession suit.

Ancestral Property Dispute

An NRI ancestral property dispute lawyer for claiming your share in family or ancestral property, family settlements and related litigation.

NRI Property Partition Suit

A property partition lawyer for NRIs to divide jointly owned or ancestral property by family settlement, mediation or a partition suit.

NRI Succession Certificate

An NRI succession certificate lawyer can apply to court so you can claim bank deposits, shares and other movable assets of a deceased family member.

NRI Will and Probate

Will drafting and probate of a will with an NRI probate lawyer in India, including letters of administration where needed.

NRI Property Sale

Sell property in India from abroad through a registered Power of Attorney, with help on the sale deed, registration, TDS and repatriation of proceeds.

NRI Builder Fraud

An NRI builder dispute lawyer for delayed possession, refunds, misrepresentation and builder fraud, before RERA, consumer commissions or courts.

NRI Cheque Bounce Case

An NRI cheque bounce lawyer for filing or defending complaints under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act.

NRI Money Recovery

A money recovery lawyer for NRIs to recover loans, unpaid dues and deposits through legal notice, a recovery suit or settlement.

NRI Criminal Case

An NRI criminal lawyer in India for FIRs and complaints, anticipatory and regular bail, and quashing petitions.

NRI Child Custody

An NRI child custody lawyer for custody, visitation and guardianship matters, including cross-border custody disputes.

NRI Taxation

An NRI income tax lawyer in India for tax returns, TDS on property sales, lower deduction certificates and DTAA questions, with CA support.

NRI FEMA Compliance

A FEMA lawyer for NRIs on the rules for property, investments, NRE/NRO accounts and repatriation of funds from India.

NRI Banking Disputes

An NRI banking dispute lawyer for disputed or frozen accounts, unauthorised transactions, loan settlement and recovery proceedings.

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How it works

Legal Help in India, From Wherever You Live

1. Book a consultation

Speak to a lawyer by phone or video and explain your matter.

2. Share your documents

Send copies of the relevant documents for review.

3. Authorise representation

Sign a Power of Attorney or vakalatnama where the matter requires it.

4. Matter proceeds

Your lawyer takes the agreed steps in India and keeps you updated.

FAQs

NRI Legal Services — Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell or manage my property in India without travelling?

In many cases, yes. You can appoint a trusted person through a properly executed Power of Attorney to sign documents and appear for registration on your behalf. Some transactions or states may still need your personal involvement.

How do I execute a Power of Attorney from abroad?

It is usually signed before an Indian Embassy or Consulate, or notarised and apostilled in countries that follow the Hague Apostille Convention. After it reaches India, it generally has to be adjudicated and stamped before it can be used.

Can NRIs buy agricultural land in India?

Under current foreign exchange rules, NRIs and OCI cardholders generally cannot buy agricultural land, plantation property or farmhouses, although they can usually inherit them. Residential and commercial property can generally be bought.

Do I need to be present in India for my divorce case?

It depends on the type of case and the court. Some courts allow appearance by video conferencing or through a representative at certain stages, but personal presence may be required at key hearings.

How can I claim a deceased parent's bank deposits or property?

Depending on the asset and whether there is a will, you may need a succession certificate, probate, letters of administration or a legal heir certificate, followed by mutation or transfer of the asset.

Do I have to file an income tax return in India as an NRI?

You may need to file a return if your taxable income in India is above the basic exemption limit, or in certain other situations, such as claiming a refund of excess TDS.

The information on this page is general and is not legal advice. Requirements vary by state, court and individual circumstances — please consult a lawyer about your specific matter.

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