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22 posts tagged tcs
- Returning NRIs·
LRS after returning to India: sending money to your US accounts, the ₹25 lakh limit, and 20% TCS
After returning to India, you can still send money to the US under LRS — for investments, maintaining US accounts, or funding children's education. The ₹25 lakh annual cap and 20% TCS apply.
- US Investing·
India's new foreign investment rules 2026: what Indian investors holding US stocks need to know
RBI is overhauling India's foreign investment framework under FEMA 2026. Here's what the proposed changes mean for Indian residents who hold US stocks, ETFs, and RSUs — plus the complete current LRS rules and documentation requirements.
- US Investing·
LRS TCS after Finance Act 2026: the updated rate card for Indian investors
Finance Act 2026 changed TCS rates on some LRS categories. Here's the complete updated rate card — what changed, what didn't, how TCS is calculated across banks, how to track it on Form 26AS, and how to claim it back in ITR-2.
- US Investing·
LRS vs GIFT City for investing in US stocks: which route should Indian investors use?
LRS vs GIFT City comparison for Indian investors buying US stocks: tax treatment, $250K limit, TCS, IFSCA regulations, which platforms support each...
- NRI Finance·
LRS and TCS for NRIs in UAE: NRE vs NRO accounts, what's different from Indian residents
Does the 20% TCS apply when an NRI in UAE invests in US stocks? The answer depends on whether you use an NRE or NRO account. Complete guide to LRS...
- US Investing·
US ETF vs Indian international mutual fund: which is better for Indian investors?
Indian investors can access US markets through direct US ETFs via LRS or through Indian international mutual funds. Here's how they compare on cost,...
- US Investing·
How to open a US brokerage account from India: LRS, brokers, TCS, and tax (2026 guide)
Indian residents can invest directly in US stocks and ETFs via LRS. Here's how to choose between Interactive Brokers, Schwab International, Vested, and...
- US Investing·
NSE launches its own US stock investing platform. Here's what NSEIX Global Access actually is.
NSE International Exchange launched Global Access in February 2026 — a GIFT City-regulated platform that lets Indian residents buy US stocks directly...
- US Investing·
Vested charges explained: Basic vs Premium plan, brokerage, FX markup, and TCS
Complete breakdown of Vested's fee structure: Basic (free) vs Premium (₹4,500/year), 0.25% vs 0.15% brokerage both capped at $35, FX markup on LRS,...
- US Investing·
Tickertape charges explained: US stock brokerage, FX markup, TCS, and what you actually pay
Tickertape: 0.15% brokerage, lowest among Indian platforms. But GlomoPay FX and LRS TCS affect real cost. Full breakdown vs Vested, INDmoney, and Rovia.
- US Investing·
Rovia vs Dhan for US stocks: LRS vs GIFT City, RSU tools vs simpler transfers
Rovia (LRS route, 0.15% brokerage, RSU consolidation) vs Dhan (GIFT City route, 0.25% brokerage, simpler domestic transfer, potential Section 10(4D)...
- US Investing·
INDmoney charges for US stocks: brokerage, FX markup, TCS explained (2026)
INDmoney charges 0.25% brokerage (capped $25) + 0.75–1% FX markup on deposit + bank forex up to 1.5% on withdrawal. Full fee breakdown with worked examples. INR-only withdrawal — no USD option.
- US Investing·
Dhan charges explained: US stock brokerage, GIFT City route, FX costs, and TCS
Dhan routes US stocks through GIFT City IFSC. 0.25% brokerage, ViewTrade FX markup. Does it beat standard LRS on total cost? Side-by-side vs INDmoney...
- US Investing·
TCS on LRS for US stocks: the complete guide to what it costs you and how to get it back
Everything Indian investors need to know about Tax Collected at Source on LRS remittances — the 20% rate, the ₹10 lakh threshold (for investment...
- US Investing·
SIP in US stocks from India: how to invest systematically and what TCS means for your plan
How to do systematic, recurring US stock investing from India — which platforms support it, what TCS means for your monthly contribution, and how to...
- US Investing·
GIFT City vs LRS route for US stocks: the complete guide for Indian investors (2026)
The definitive comparison of India's two routes to US stock investing — GIFT City IFSC and LRS. Covers TCS, LRS cap, capital gains tax, US estate tax,...
- US Investing·
Dhan launched US stocks via GIFT City: what it means and how it differs from a regular US brokerage account
Dhan offers US stocks via the GIFT City IFSC route through Raise IFSC Pvt. Ltd. Understand how TCS and the LRS limit apply (at standard rates), the...
- US Investing·
What is TCS on LRS? Tax Collected at Source on overseas remittance — complete 2026 guide
TCS on LRS: the 20% tax banks collect on remittances above ₹10 lakh. It's a credit, not a cost. Complete 2026 guide with ITR claim steps.
- US Investing·
What is AIS and Form 26AS? Indian tax pre-fill data — complete 2026 guide
AIS is the Annual Information Statement and Form 26AS is the consolidated tax credit statement on the Indian e-filing portal. Together they hold every...
- US Investing·
The LRS explained: how Indians invest USD 250k/yr abroad
The Liberalised Remittance Scheme explained: $250,000/year limit, 20% TCS above ₹10L aggregate (for investment purposes), Form A2 process, TCS refund...
- US Investing·
LRS, TCS & Schedule FA: India's compliance trifecta
Three regulations that govern Indians investing abroad. What each requires, the deadlines, the penalties — and how to stop dreading them.
- US Investing·
Sending kids to US college: the LRS + TCS + education-loan playbook for Indian parents
Complete guide to funding US college education from India. LRS $250K annual cap per parent, TCS rates by purpose (0.5% education with loan, 5% without,...