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Can NRIs Start a Company in India – Full Process
A thousand miles away from the homeland, as you traverse through the hustle and bustle of foreign lands, there’s a piece of you that yearns for a connection with India. You may be an NRI (Non-Residential Indian), but your Indian roots pull you back towards opportunities that the burgeoning Indian economy presents. One such opportunity…
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Return to India from USA – How To Plan
It’s a fine spring morning, you’ve just stepped out on your porch sipping that perfect cup of coffee. Suddenly, you find yourself overcome by an overwhelming feeling of nostalgia. The thought of your homeland – the hustle-bustle, the festivals, the family gatherings, the late-night chai conversations – leaves you with a strong longing. And before…
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Repatriation of Funds – What Returning NRIs Should Know
Let’s demystify repatriation of funds for returning NRIs. Are you a Non-Residential Indian (NRI) planning to shift back to your motherland after years of working abroad? If yes, you’ve probably started chalking out your return plans. Amidst the excitement of returning home and the anxiety of wrapping up your life abroad, one crucial aspect that…
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Financial Checklist for Returning NRIs: Before and After the Move (2026)
A few years ago, a member in our WhatsApp group – a senior engineer moving back from Seattle – told me something that stuck. “Mani, I spent three months researching the best school for my daughter. I spent three hours on my bank accounts. Guess which one caused problems?” His NRE account got frozen. He…
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How to Make the Decision to Return to India
Hello, my dear NRI comrades! If you’re reading this, I’m assuming you’re pondering, debating, and probably losing sleep over that one massive question: “Should we move back to India?” As someone who’s been down that road, I’m here to help. This piece is not a magic 8-ball, but it will, hopefully, give you and your…
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How to Start Investing When Returning to India
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re planning your move back to the homeland after a stint abroad, and you’re looking to make the most of your hard-earned savings. Well, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been there, and I’m here to guide you through the intricate maze of investment options in India, specifically…
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School Admission Process for NRI Kids (2026)
“Mani, we’re moving back in June. The school year in India starts in April. Are we already too late?” I get this question almost every week in our WhatsApp community. And the panic behind it is real. School admissions is probably the single biggest source of anxiety for NRI parents planning to return. More than…
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Best DEMAT Accounts for NRIs (2026) – Practical Guide
Here’s something I wish someone had told me before I left the US. The moment you become an NRI, your regular Indian demat account stops being valid. You can’t trade through it. You can’t buy stocks. If you try, you’re violating FEMA rules. Sounds dramatic? It is. And most NRIs find out too late. In…
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Best Places to Visit in India: A Guide to Exploring India for the Returning NRI
Ah, dear returning NRIs, we know that your heart yearns for the sights, sounds, and smells of your motherland. But let’s face it, you’ve been away for quite some time, and you’re probably wondering what to expect when you dive headfirst into the ocean of sensory overload that is India. Fear not, for we have…
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Education in India: Finding the Best Schools and Universities for Your Children
Welcome back, dear NRIs! We know you’ve missed the chaos, the noise, and the never-ending traffic. But as you settle back into the rhythm of life in India, there’s one thing that keeps you awake at night (apart from the street dogs and the occasional wedding procession): finding the perfect school for your kids. Fear…