Useful context for
complex decisions.
Cross-border legal counsel for NRIs, businesses & families.
Short, practical notes on the questions we are asked most often — written for foreign nationals, overseas families, and Non Resident Indians managing a legal matter connected with India.
Intercountry adoption under the Hague Convention
A plain-language overview of the procedural stages, from registration and home study through to the adoption order and follow-up.
Searching for property records in India without travelling
How land records work in practice, what can be checked remotely, and where local assistance is still required.
If you have overstayed in India — the practical steps
What to do first, how FRRO registration and exit permits work, and why getting ahead of the issue matters.
Preparing a WILL — basic requirements for NRIs
Execution, attestation, registration, and the practical steps for drafting a will that will be recognised in both India and abroad.
Power of Attorney — types and precautions for executants
General and special powers of attorney, the differences between them, and what every signatory should verify before executing.
Marriage procedures in India for NRIs, OCIs and foreigners
Registration requirements, documents needed, and how foreign nationals can marry in India under the applicable Indian laws.
Divorce laws and grounds under the Hindu Marriage Act
Grounds for divorce, the difference between mutual and contested proceedings, and what overseas parties should expect.
Buying property or land in India — key considerations for NRIs
Permitted categories of property, payment routes, title verification, and the mistakes that most often cause problems later.
Renting property or land in India as an NRI
Lease formalities, rent regulation, tenant protections, and how to structure a lease that protects an overseas landlord.
Overseas Citizen of India Card — benefits and applications
Who is eligible for an OCI card, what it permits, and how it compares with PIO and other residence categories.
NRE and NRO bank accounts — differences and use
What each account type is for, the rules on repatriation, and how to choose the right option for your Indian income and savings.
Who is a Non Resident Indian under Indian law
The statutory definition of an NRI, the tests for residency, and why the classification matters for taxes, property, and legal capacity.
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