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This discussion clarifies UK gift tax rules, specifically concerning gifts made to a husband's sister's husband. Generally, gifts received from relatives are not taxable for the recipient under the Income Tax Act. The definition of 'relative' for tax purposes includes spouses, siblings, siblings of a spouse, parents' siblings, and lineal ascendants/descendants, along with their spouses. Therefore, a gift to a husband's sister's husband, who falls within this extended definition of a relative, should not incur tax complications for the recipient.

surjit singh sodhi

surjit singh sodhi (Querist)
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13 March 2020 Can an individual gift any amount to her husband’s sister’s husband without any I tax complications?
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13 March 2020 Yes.
Gift received from a relative is not taxable in hands of the recipient under section 56 of Income Tax Act. The persons who are considered as relatives are

In case of an individual

1. Spouse of the individual

2. Brother or sister of the individual

3. Brother or sister of the spouse of the individual

4. Brother or sister of either of the parents of the individual

5. Any lineal ascendant or descendant of the individual

6. Any lineal ascendant or descendant of the spouse of the individual

7. Spouse of the person referred to in above points

surjit singh sodhi

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13 March 2020 Dear Sir, Kindly further clarify your answer-
“ Gift to Spouse’s sister’s husband “

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