Tax On Remittance

US remittance tax comes into effect today: How will it impact Indians?

The 1 per cent remittance tax will apply to transfers made using cash, money orders or cashier's checks, affecting many NRIs in the US who send money abroad through physical payment modes

Updated On: 01 Jan 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

US remittance tax to revive hawala, hand cartels a financial lifeline

The remittance tax risks reviving hawala networks, making it easier to fund drug and human smuggling, as criminal syndicates step in to exploit informal money transfer systems once again

Updated On: 02 Jun 2025 | 9:07 AM IST

Budget proposal on remittances abroad triggers fears of double taxation

5% to be paid on already taxed income

Updated On: 12 Feb 2020 | 6:58 AM IST

Deduct tax on select foreign remittances

Payment for children's education or hospitalisation won't attract TDS but payment for services will

Updated On: 24 Aug 2017 | 12:02 AM IST