What is a PAN number?

Whether you are a citizen of India or a non-resident, you require a PAN to conduct various financial transactions.

Being a ten digit alphanumeric number, the PAN is issued in the form of a laminated card with your photo, signature, date of birth and other details.
 

Is it compulsory for a NRI?

YES, it is now days necessary even for non residents to furnish a PAN no.

If you are carrying any kind of financial transactions in India like: tax filing, businesses, banking, property, investing, remittances of invoices, claiming refunds or withholding taxes, getting form 15ca or cb, etc.


How can I apply?

You can take assistance of our experts to register one quickly for yourself. Simply submit the form above or click the 'start now' button below.

What are the documents required?

You may go to the apply now page to read the list of documents you would need to submit.

Where to download application?

Simply register above to get the complete PAN form kit online.


What are the benefits or advantages?

There are not many advantages. Rather it is necessary to have a permanent account number.


Does a NRI have to file income tax returns, if he gets a PAN issued?

Though this tax id is mandatory these days, you pay tax only if you generate or accrue income in/from India.

However it is still advisable that even if you do not make money in India, you still go ahead and file 'NILL or ZERO' returns.
This would for sure improve your eligibility to get various types of loans and credit history.