Tax notices
Income tax notice as an NRI: understand it and respond in time
Reviewed October 2026 by Sumit Kumar, Chartered Accountant
A notice is not always a problem, but it always has a deadline. Many NRIs miss notices because they go to an old email or address. Understanding what the department is asking is the first step, and a clear, documented reply usually resolves it.
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Who this is for
Is this your situation?
- You received an email or letter from the tax department.
- A buyer or bank mentions a mismatch in your records.
- You suspect a notice was missed on an old address.
Common mistakes
Where people go wrong
- Ignoring the notice.
- Replying without documents.
- Filing a revised return without understanding the issue.
What we handle
What we take off your plate
One accountant who is also a registered migration agent, so your tax, your residency and your move are looked at together.
- 01
Notice review
What it is, what is asked, and the deadline.
- 02
Reply and representation
Prepared and filed on your behalf.
- 03
Records update
Correct contact details so you do not miss another.
How it works
What happens, step by step
Everything is done online, so where you live makes no difference. We work with clients across many countries.
Step 1
Share the notice
Forward it as soon as you receive it.
Step 2
We assess
Meaning, risk and deadline.
Step 3
Reply
Filed with evidence.
Step 4
Close out
Follow-up until the matter is resolved.
Documents
What to have ready
Not everything is needed on day one. Send what you have and we will tell you what is missing.
- The notice itself
- Return and acknowledgement
- Supporting records for the year
Why a Chartered Accountant who is also a migration agent
Tax residency and immigration status affect each other. A move, a visa or a return date can change what India taxes. Sumit Kumar is a Chartered Accountant and a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1803385) who has lived as a migrant himself, so both sides are considered in one conversation.
Enquiry
Tell us where you stand
Where you live, what you own in India and what you want to achieve. That is enough to begin.
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FAQs
Questions we get asked
Do all notices mean I did something wrong?
Can you respond while I am abroad?
What if the deadline has passed?
How do I avoid notices?
Get a clear view of your position
Send your situation and we will tell you where you stand, what is due and what it will cost, before you commit.