Common Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, being an OCI you can apply for a PAN card from outside India. According to the rules stated by the Income Tax Department of India, a person (resident Indian, NRI, and foreign nationals) can apply for the cards from outside the country as well. Through its government website, you can apply for the card online from anywhere or with any authorized agent in the nation you are residing currently.

Yes, an NRI can apply for a PAN card without an Aadhaar card. To get the PAN number it is not mandatory to have an Aadhaar card. With this, in case you need more detailed information on the same, then get in touch with us and solve all your queries related to it.

To optimize the issuing process and manage the Permanent Account Numbers (PAN) the Income Tax Department of India introduced PAN 2.0. Under this initiative, individuals get e-PAN cards with a secure QR code on them. It is directly delivered to the registered email ID of individuals without any cost.

The PAN does not have an expiry date nor does it require any renewal. It is valid for your whole life. However, if any details of yours need update like citizenship status, address, or other, then first you should notify the Income Tax Department India by submitting a CSF application form.

No, you do not apply for a new PAN card after getting citizenship in another country as even if the citizenship of a person changed, the number on the PAN card remains the same.

There is nothing different between a normal PAN card and an NRI PAN card. However, the application process is different for Indian residents and NRIs. Also, for NRI, the PAN card application form should carry International Taxation AO codes. Apart from this the implications and functionalities are also different from each other.

No, PAN cards do not expire as they are valid for a lifetime. You can check the validity of your PAN card online. However, it is advised to keep your PAN card updated and linked with your Aadhaar card. Also, if any details of your need updation like name correction in your PAN card, address change, etc. then you must update the changes on the PAN card by submitting a CSF application form.

Yes, the SSN is similar to a PAN card. SSN stands for Social Security Number which is an identification number issued by the government and is used in the US. The SSN can be used for tax and social welfare purposes. On the other hand, a PAN card is a document used as proof of identity in India. It is required for opening a bank account, carrying out financial transactions, and filing taxes in India.

No, there is no difference between a PAN card and a permanent account number. The word “PAN” is the short form of Permanent account number. The Indian Income Tax Department introduced the PAN to keep track of every individual’s taxes. As per the rules made in 2007, it is now necessary for NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, and foreigners to have a PAN card who wish to do any kind of investing or financial-related transactions in India.

Pan 2.0 is an update to the current PAN ecosystem. It simplifies the application process and improves security measures with QR codes. It makes it easier for the NRIs and foreign citizens to handle taxes, and investments, and keep within India’s financial framework.

VFS Global prints an Indian passport in the US. It is the service provider and has its locations in Washington DC, New York, and other cities.

To get a VFS global new york indian passport you must fill out the online application form>collect supporting documents>book an appointment>submit the application> and track your application.

The processing time for a Passport under Tatkal Scheme is 3-5 business days. However, the time may vary if there is any kind of mismatch with the application.

No, you need a valid passport to travel abroad. The passport needs to be valid for 6 months from the start of your trip.

An adult passport for a person aged 16 years or above is valid for 10 years. A child passport for newborns to 15 years old is valid for 5 years.

A passport is an important travel document that verifies a person’s identity and nationality when traveling internationally. It is issued by the government of a country and is required to enter and exit a country.

The application process generally takes 30 days, but it may vary based on the police station and application specifics.

Yes, you must be physically present during the police verification at your residence when the officer visits.

Yes, you can inquire about your PCC status by calling the Passport Service Center at 1800-258-1800.

No, a PCC certificate can only be issued for one country per application form.