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Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Kosovo, Mexico, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Peru, Romania, Serbia, and Vatican City.

The UK government issued a plastic card, which indicates BRP over it and proves an immigration status.

No, a biometrics appointment is not a guarantee of green card approval

Yes, on December 31, 2024, BRP is converting into E-visa.

To change your address on myAadhar card portal online login to the myAadhaar portal> Select the Address update tab> Click on the Update Aadhaar online option> Read the information and click on Proceed to update Aadhaar online> Enter your address in the details to be updated section> Upload a scanned copy of the document as address proof> Check the updated details and click on “Next”.

Yes, you can use an Aadhar card as proof for home loans and personal loan applications as it acts as a valid identity and residential proof. However, you may be required to submit other documents and paperwork.

No, updating your Aadhaar card online is not free of cost. You need to pay a fee for updation in Aadhaar. For any demographic update, the fee is Rs 50, for biometric updates, the fee is Rs 100, and for biometrics with demographic updates, the fee is Rs 100. This fee includes all the taxes.

To reissue your Aadhaar card online visit the UIDAI website> Click on “My Aadhaar”>Select “Order Aadhaar PVC Card”> Enter your Aadhaar number with security code> Enter the OTP> Click on “Submit” Check your Aadhar details and make the payment> Download the receipt and note down the SRN (Service Request Number).

The incomes generated by NRIs in India are taxable in India. This involves rental income from real estate, return on investment, and both short and long-term gain on captain arising from the purchase or sale of assets in the country.

Yes, as an NRI investing in India is a good option. It allows you to take the benefit of potential growth of the country. Also, there are several investment options available for NRIs to grow their wealth and financially secure their future.

The NRI investment options for NRIs available in India include fixed deposits, mutual funds, real estate, a national pension scheme, gold, and more.

Yes, you can invest in SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) in India like a local Indian resident. Also, it can provide you benefit with rupee appreciation and growth in wealth over time.

The responsibility of tax residency is upon the individual. He/she should consult their personal tax advisor or chartered account (CA) for this. The determination is done by answering certain questions involving the payout form that further guides the TDS application. It is vital to form a tax residency to get the benefits of the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA).

Being an NRI you can only continue your existing PPF (Public Provident Fund) account that was opened when you were an Indian resident. Considering this, you are not allowed to open a new PPF account.

Yes, NRIs can invest with a PAN card and NRO/NRE account in a mutual fund and other asset classes. However, the required documents may differ as per the asset class.

For NRIs fixed deposits are one of the great options to earn fixed return investment in India. In addition, these are stable and secure options for investment with banks and other financial institutions.

Yes, you can travel while waiting for your replacement green card but to reenter in the United States you need to get an I-551 stamp, file a Form I-131A, request advance parole, and ask about emergency processing.

You will need to file Form I-90 with USCIS to get a replacement. Without your Green card, you can face issues with work and travel.

If your green card is stolen then report it to the authorities on an immediate basis. After that file Form I-90, "Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card"

File a police complaint with the local police, then file Form I-90 with USCIS and attach a copy of the theft police report.