NRI & Cross-Border Tax Advice
If your life or income spans the UK and India, you are dealing with two tax systems at once. We work with Metta Accountants India so your UK and Indian positions are planned together, not in isolation.
Who this is for
- NRIs with UK income, property or investments
- People moving between the UK and India
- Families with assets and income in both countries
- UK residents with Indian rental, interest, dividend or business income
What we cover
UK residence status
Working out whether you are UK resident under the Statutory Residence Test, which drives almost everything else.
Double taxation relief
Using the UK–India double taxation agreement and foreign tax credits so the same income is not taxed twice.
UK property for non-residents
Non-resident landlord rules, UK rental income and tax on UK property sales.
Indian income and assets
Reporting Indian interest, rent, dividends and gains correctly in the UK.
Joined-up planning
One team covering both sides, so advice in one country does not cause a problem in the other.
How it works
- 1
Understand your position
We map where you live, where your income arises and where your assets are.
- 2
Confirm residence and reporting
We establish your UK status and what has to be reported.
- 3
Plan and file
We prepare your UK filings and coordinate with our India team.
- 4
Stay compliant
We keep you informed when your circumstances or the rules change.
Frequently asked questions
As an NRI, do I pay UK tax on my Indian income?
It depends on whether you are UK resident. UK residents are generally taxable on worldwide income, subject to reliefs such as foreign tax credits. Non-residents are generally taxable in the UK only on UK income. Your residence status is the first thing we check.
Does the UK–India double taxation agreement mean I pay no tax in one country?
Not automatically. The agreement sets out which country can tax what and how to claim credit for tax paid in the other. Relief has to be claimed correctly on your return.
I own UK property but live in India. What do I need to do?
You usually need to report UK rental profit and pay UK tax on it. Letting agents or tenants may need to deduct tax unless you are approved to receive rent gross. We can set this up and file your returns.
Can you work with my Indian accountant or chartered accountant?
Yes, and our partner firm Metta Accountants India can handle the Indian side directly if you prefer one point of contact.
Official guidance: GOV.UK: Tax if you are not UK resident
This page is general information, not personal tax advice. Rules change and your circumstances matter, so please speak to us before acting.
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