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OCI cardholders are allowed to inherit property in India; however, they cannot possess agricultural land and must follow the legal processes for handling and returning inherited funds to their home country.
Following are the documents required by NRIs to inherit property in India. A valid will. Succession certificate in case there is no valid will. Death certificate of the deceased. Identification documents such as PAN Card, Passport, and birth certificate of the deceased and the person inheriting the asset.
NRIs/PIOs/OCIs can inherit assets as per the prevailing FEMA regulations as well as the rules under the IT Act, 1961. Though inheriting assets in India incurs no taxability, the subsequent sale or any income generated from these assets may incur tax liability.
Once the legal heirship certificate is obtained, the transfer of the inherited property requires the execution of appropriate documents. These may include a sale deed, gift deed, or relinquishment deed, depending on the nature of the transfer.
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can file civil suits in India. The jurisdiction for such suits is generally determined by the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (CPC) and specific statutes relevant to the subject matter of the suit.
Yes, you can file a case in India for your rights in a property without physically being present in the country.
NRIs, from wherever they are living abroad can directly register their complaints on the State Government's NRI Grievance portal and can monitor the progress of their complaint online from their countries.
Q. How long does a property case take in court India? A. Officially, property disputes may extend up to three years.
Property disputes can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation, and it is important to seek legal advice from a qualified attorney if you are involved in such a dispute.