How NRIs can Link PAN with Aadhaar? Complete Details

The government of India has made the Aadhaar card linked with the Permanent Account Number (PAN) for doing various transactions.

However, this applies to the Indian citizens. The NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) also get the PAN card for managing their financial expenses in India, but whether they need to link their PAN to Aadhaar or not, let's see in this blog.

Quick Link: PAN Aadhar Linking for NRIs

What is the Process for NRI PAN Aadhaar link Online?

Here are the simple and easy steps mentioned below that will help you to get your PAN Aadhar link online. However, this method is only applicable to those who have registered for the Aadhaar card while living outside India.

1. Go to the official Income Tax Department e-Filing portal.
2. Navigate to the 'Quick Links' option and select 'Link Aadhaar'.
3. Now fill in your PAN number, Aadhaar number, and a valid registered mobile number.
4. Verify the details through the OTP that you get on your registered mobile.
5. If all the details are matched, it means Aadhaar-PAN linking for NRIs is successful.

NRI Aadhar PAN Link through Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (JAO)

First, this method is only best for the NRIs who have not registered for the Aadhaar card abroad. Here are the detailed steps mentioned below for the NRI PAN Aadhaar link.

1. Go to the official Income Tax Department's website.
2. Select your jurisdictional Assessing Officer (JAO).
3. Download the online form VCP (Voluntary correction of PAN Data).
4. Enter all the details in the form, along with the need for NRI PAN Aadhaar link status.
5. Attach a proof of current foreign address, such as a passport, along with a copy of your PAN card.
6. Submit the Form along with the documents to the JAO by mail or in person.
7. Once the JAO receives your form, the JAO will verify and start the NRI PAN Aadhaar link process.

How to Check the NRI PAN Aadhaar Link Status?

To check the NRI PAN Aadhaar link status, you need to follow the steps mentioned below.

Through the Income Tax e-filing portal

1. Go to the Official Income Tax e-filing portal.
2. Click on the link Aadhaar status.
3. Enter your PAN number and Aadhaar number.
4. Click on the verify status option.

Now, you will see the real-time status of your NRI PAN Aadhaar link.

Through SMS

1. Open your SMS app.
2. Type UIDAI, then space, then enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, space, and 10-digit PAN card number.
3. Send the SMS to 567678 or 56161.

Once your message is sent, you will get an SMS from the government service for the linking of your Aadhaar-PAN.

• If your Aadhaar card is linked with PAN, then you will get a message: Aadhaar is already associated with PAN (number) in the ITD database.
• If your Aadhaar card is not linked with PAN, then you will get a message: Aadhaar is not associated with PAN (number) in the ITD database.

What if the Aadhaar Card is Not Linked to Your PAN Card

There are various complications that you can face if you haven't linked your NRI PAN Aadhaar card. such as:

• Not linking your Aadhaar -PAN can result in an inoperative PAN card for NRIs, which can affect managing and in various financial transactions.
• You will not be eligible to get any refunds for which you are eligible, and they will be put on hold until you have linked your PAN Card. Additionally, you will also not be able to claim any interest on the delayed refunds.
• You will be taxed at higher TDS income or 20% flat, whichever is greater. This will be applicable throughout the year.
• You will need to pay an additional penalty of INR 1000 for late linking your NRI PAN Aadhaar card.

Exemption for NRI PAN Card Link

Some of the NRIs are exempted from linking the PAN card with the Aadhar card according to the May 11^th, 2017 notification. This exemption only applies to the individual who does not have or has not applied for an Aadhaar number.

• People who are residents of Jammu & Kashmir, Assam, and Meghalaya.
• If you are considered an NRI under the Income Tax Act of 1961.
• Individuals who are 80 years or older.
• If you are a non-citizen of India, then you are exempted for NRI PAN Aadhaar linking.
• The exemption only applies to the NRI who has not applied for or obtained an Aadhaar card.

Conclusion

Linking your Aadhaar card with PAN is mandatory for all Indian citizens for smooth financial services. This will also help NRIs manage their financial activities in India. NRIs can apply for the Aadhar PAN link through the official Income Tax e-filing portal by filling out the online form, or you can contact the Jurisdictional Assessing Officer (JAO).

Additionally, you can take help from the Visament website. We have a team of experts who will help you with the NRI PAN Aadhaar link process. We provide a secure process and reduce the chances of errors and mistakes in linking the NRI PAN card with Aadhaar.