INCOME TAX9 Sept 2026
NRE vs NRO: Your money may be sitting in the wrong account; what to check; residential status, source of income and more | Mint
Moved abroad but still using your old Indian savings account? Once you become a non-resident, update your bank and convert it to an NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) account. NRE accounts are for overseas earnings; NRO accounts handle Indian income like rent or pension. NRE interest is tax-free in India, while NRO interest is taxed. Review accounts whenever your residence or income changes.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Once you become a non-resident under India's foreign exchange rules, you must inform your bank and have your resident savings account changed to an NRO account.
- NRE accounts are meant for overseas earnings or inward remittances from abroad, while NRO accounts handle Indian income such as rent, pension or property sale proceeds.
- NRE interest is exempt from Indian income tax, while NRO interest is taxable and banks usually deduct 30% plus applicable surcharge and cess.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you have moved abroad, talk to your bank about converting your old resident savings account into an NRO account, and ask which residency certificates or documents the bank needs.
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