What is a permanent account number?
Permanent Account Number, or PAN, is a ten-digit alphanumeric number issued by the Income Tax Department in the form of a laminated card. PAN allows the department to link all of the "person's" financial transactions with the Indian government. 

And what is a PAN card?
It is a laminated plastic card that contains your pan number and is issued by the Income tax department of India. It contains, your name, father's name, date of birth, photograh, your signature, QR code, etc.

Is it compulsory?
Yes. In many cases, providing a PAN is required. Non-residents living outside India must also provide their PAN number if they want to conduct any financial or investment transaction. However we still advise you to get professional consutlation from chartered accountant in regards to whether you are required to obtain one for yourself or not. Because there could be certain cases where you might be exempted.

In what cities do you offer your services as an agent?
Our agency offers services in many cities across the United States. However, we have assisted a large number of Indian diaspora specifically in these cities: New York City, Las Vegas, Peoria, San Jose, Houston, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Fremont, Sunnyvale, Dallas, Charlotte, San Diego, Santa Clara, Austin, Atlanta, Edison, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Jersey City, Miami Florida, Irving, Boston, Seattle, Minneapolis, Irvine, Naperville, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Redmond, Baltimore, Detroit, Bloomington, Portland, Orlando, Sacramento, Nashville, Tampa, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Denver, Ashburn, Columbus.

Is it also mandatory to quote it on the income tax return?
Yes, you must include your Indian PAN number on your income tax return. In the event of a default, a penalty of Rs.10,000 is imposed. 

Is PAN card compulsory for a NRI too?
• All existing NRI assesses, taxpayers, and individuals required to file an income tax return must obtain a PAN.
• The Assessing Officer may issue it to any person, either on his own initiative or in response to a specific request from that person.
• People of Indian origin (PIO or OCI) living in other countries must also have a PAN in order to conduct financial or investment transactions in India.
• And in a variety of other situations where your chartered accountant will request you to get one. Especially if you are dealing in real estate and have a rental income accruing.

What is the most fastest way to get it?
Unfortunately there is no fast way. In fact the so called tatkal service is also not available for non residents, unless you have a aadhaar and Indian phone number to receive a OTP. However, we do our best to minimize the processing time as quick as possible. Please feel free to connect with us in case you wish to obtain it urgently. 

Do you assist in applying for a duplicate PAN card copy? 
Yes. If you have lost your old card, damaged it, or simply need a reprint then we can certainly assist you. Simply visit this link to get a duplicate copy reissued .

Do you help getting corrections?
Absolutely. We have a team of experts who can connect with you to understand mistakes and errors present in your existing card. They will explain you the details about how to get the corrections or changes you require. You may checkout this page to get a PAN card correction for yourself and obtain a error free reprint in no time. 

What documents are required for a NRI or foreign citizen application?
The supporting documents that must be submitted with your application are determined by your citizenship status. Ask us here  about what documents you will be required to provide. 

How can I start the procedure?
Filing an application for NRI, OCI & USA passport holder is simple through us. Please begin your procedure right here . 

What are the fees and where to download the requisite PAN card form for a NRI?
The fee is determined by your passport and residency status. Please visit this link to learn more about the specific pricing for you. Alternatively you can download PAN card form here  depending on your citizenship.

Is a photograph required, and if so, what size should it be?
Only 'Individual' applicants are required to submit a photograph. You may submit passport size photograph of any dimension that you can obtain in your country of residence. You can always trim or crop it if it's too big. So basically if you get the 2x2 inches dimension size photo that we can get from fedex kinkos, that would work too.

Can this be delivered to a foreign location outside of India?
Yes. You are eligible to receive it from any location on the planet. Once you've started your process, simply let us know where you'd like it delivered. You can request to receive it anywhere in the United States, India or any other country of your choice.

I have a specific question. How can I contact you?
Please feel free to contact us right here.