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Taxation of Expatriate Employees in India
Hiring or relocating expatriates in India? Start Bharat provides expert advisory
OverviewExpatriates working in India are subject to complex tax rules involving residential status, salary structure, double taxation, and foreign income disclosure. Both the expat and employer must comply with Indian tax law, FEMA, and DTAA treaties. Start Bharat helps structure salaries, calculate tax liabilities, determine residential status, file ITRs, and manage TDS — with full documentation and audit-ready reporting.
Who Is This For?Start Bharat’s Expat Taxation Service is built for individuals and companies working with foreign nationals in India.
MNCs Employing Foreign Professionals in India
Indian subsidiaries of global companies onboarding foreign nationals under employment or consultancy agreements.
Expatriates Working in India for Over 60 Days
Foreign citizens residing in India long enough to become taxable under Indian Income Tax Act.
Companies Paying Salary Part in India, Part Abroad
Organizations with split compensation structures needing tax clarity on payment source and residency.
Foreign Nationals on Assignment or Deputation
Individuals relocated temporarily for training, management roles, or project-specific assignments.
Startups or SMEs Hiring Expats for Tech or Strategy Roles
Emerging companies bringing in global talent seeking local and international tax compliance.
Solutions OfferedStart Bharat provides complete tax support for expats — from salary to residential classification to return filing.
Benefits Expat taxation is legally sensitive — even minor errors can trigger penalties, blocked funds, or future legal trouble.
Step-by-Step ProcessStart Bharat simplifies expat taxation with a 4-step compliant and company-friendly approach.
Share Assignment Details and Salary Breakdown
We collect offer letters, contracts, country of origin, and breakdown of India vs abroad pay components.
Analyze Taxability and Design Salary Structure
We apply Indian residency rules, DTAA coverage, and suggest optimal structuring of pay and benefits.
File ITR With TDS, FTC, and Asset Disclosure
We prepare Form ITR-2 or ITR-3 with global income, TDS reconciliation, and Schedule FA entries.
Support With TDS, Refunds, Exit Tax & Repatriation
We track taxes deducted, help claim refunds, and guide on formalities for departure or long-term planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve amassed a large number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)
If you’re a resident in India, your global income is taxable. DTAA and FTC may reduce the burden if properly claimed.
It depends on your stay duration, employment, and previous year presence. We compute using Section 6 of the IT Act.
Generally Form ITR-2 or ITR-3 is used, depending on salary, asset disclosure, and any business/professional income.
Yes. We help you apply the right article of your country’s treaty with India and reduce TDS or claim refunds.
If you’re classified as a resident, yes — foreign accounts, stocks, property, and income must be declared.
Yes. We work with your employer or finance team to compute monthly tax and manage documentation.