Can NRI Show Business Income in India?

AM Posted by: Arjun Mehta
• 08 September, 2025
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Yes, an NRI can show his business income, which he is receiving or getting in India from the registered business. But remember, if your income is generated from outside India, then you are not taxable in India. Here are some of the points that you need to remember: 

  1. You need to file an ITR if your business income is above 2.5 lakh. 
  2. As an NRI, you should run your business through Pvt/ Ltd, LLP, not a sole proprietorship. 
  3. You must follow the rules and guidelines given by the FEMa and RBI if any foreign investments are involved. 

At the end, as an NRI, you can run a business in India, but you have to pay the required tax and show your income in your ITR. 

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  • Nakul Shetty 13 September, 2025

    Here are some of the details related to NRI show business income in India. 

    • If the business is established in India,  then it will be taxable. 
    • If any business income is generated from outside India, then it will not be taxed in India.
    • If an NRI's business income is greater than 2.5 lakh, then the NRI should file an ITR 3 for professional and business income.  
    • NRIs must operate their businesses through a Pvt Ltd, LLP. 

  • Harsh Tiwari 10 September, 2025

    Most people are confused about whether they should show their business income in India. 

    • NRIs can earn income from business in India, and show their business earnings in the ITR. 
    • If any business income is earned in India, it is taxable, and if the income is earned outside Indian through business, then it is not taxable in India. 
    • NRI should run its business as a Pvt Ltd. LLP, etc. 

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