NRO Interest - Taxed at source and in Foreign Country

Hi Friends.

I have a query regarding tax on Interest Income across India and UK 

I have NRO FD Income which is generating Interest Income  on a monthly  basis - following are the taxes applied

  1. TDS of 30% deducted in India on interest income (which will need to be claimed back after a year through return)
  2. Tax of foreign savings in UK @ 40% and only 15% can be claimed back as tax relief (DTAA)

This means for an NRI this is very tax inefficient as taxes are levied twice and waiting time to get tax refund. Also shouldnt income generated in India not be taxed just once (in India) 

Questions are :

  1. How does DTAA provisions allow for interest income to be only taxed in India (and not in UK)
  2. What are the other alternatives to generate interest income in India and have it only taxed in India
  3. What are other alternatives to NRO FD to generate income in India

 

Thanks

Sidd

 

 

 

 

 

Replies (3)
Quick Summary
This discussion explores the tax inefficiencies NRIs face with NRO Fixed Deposits, where interest income is taxed at 30% in India and then again at 40% in the UK, with limited relief. The core questions revolve around how Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) work for interest income and what alternative investment options exist in India that might be taxed only once. Potential solutions like NRE FDs, FCNR FDs, and Indian bonds are discussed, along with the crucial advice to consult a tax professional for personalised guidance.

 Let me break down the tax implications and potential alternatives for you:

 Current Situation: - TDS of 30% in India on interest income from NRO FD - Taxed in UK at 40% (with only 15% claimable as tax relief under DTAA) DTAA Provisions: - India-UK DTAA allows for tax credit in the UK for taxes paid in India -

However, the UK taxes the interest income again, despite India already taxing it Alternatives to generate interest income in India and have it only taxed in India: - NRE FD: Tax-free interest income in India, but may be taxed in the UK - FCNR FD: Tax-free interest income in India, and interest earned is exempt from tax in the UK under DTAA - Indian bonds and debt mutual funds: Taxed in India, but may be eligible for tax benefits under Section 80C Alternatives to NRO FD: - NRE FD - FCNR FD - Indian bonds and debt mutual funds - Consider consulting a tax professional to explore other options Please note that tax laws and DTAA provisions are subject to change.

 It's essential to consult a tax professional to ensure accurate advice and compliance with current regulations.

Thank you sir.

However income from FCNR Fixed deposits are taxable in UK. (https://g.co/gemini/share/5054529d7ed7)

I am looking for a fixed income product that is exempt from tax in UK (maybe taxable in India)

 

Thanks again.

 

Hi All.

 

Following up on this query to identiy fixed income investment that are tax exempt in UK

  1. Are RBI government bonds interest tax exempt in UK under DTAA ?
  2. What is the tax treatment for Zero Coupon bonds  in India and in UK?

 

Thanks

Sidd

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