NRI Tax Accountant for Indians in Australia
Moved from India to Australia but still have rent, fixed deposits, shares or property back home? If you are an Australian resident for tax purposes, your Indian income usually needs to be included in your Australian tax return. We explain it simply – and help you claim credit for tax already paid in India.
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Common Indian income we help with
- Rent from a flat, house or land in India
- Interest on NRO and NRE accounts and fixed deposits
- Dividends and gains from Indian shares and mutual funds
- Selling property, land or gold in India
- Indian pensions
- Income from a business or partnership in India
Things many Indians in Australia don’t know
NRE interest
NRE interest may be tax-free in India, but if you are an Australian tax resident it is generally still taxable in Australia.
TDS deducted in India
Tax deducted in India (TDS) may be claimable as a foreign income tax offset in Australia. Keep your Form 16A / 26AS.
Different tax years
India’s year runs April–March; Australia’s runs July–June. Income needs to be matched to the Australian year.
Gifts, inheritance and money transfers
- Money gifted by family in India is generally not taxable income in Australia – but interest or rent you earn from it afterwards usually is
- Inheriting property in India is generally not income, but selling it later may involve capital gains tax
- Transferring your own savings to Australia is not income by itself – keep records showing where the money came from
Selling property in India
If you are an Australian resident when you sell, capital gains tax may apply in Australia as well as tax in India. The date you became an Australian resident, your cost base and exchange rates all matter. Talk to us before you sell. See also capital gains tax.
India–Australia double tax agreement
Australia and India have a double tax agreement. Together with the foreign income tax offset, it helps stop the same income being fully taxed twice. Learn more about declaring foreign income and tax residency.
Why Indian families choose UV TAX
- We understand NRO/NRE accounts, TDS, Form 16A and Indian property
- Clear explanations in plain English – Hindi and Punjabi speakers welcome
- Free consultation and a fixed price before we start
- 100% online, anywhere in Australia, or visit us in Truganina or Point Cook
⚠️ General information only – not personal advice. This page is a simple overview and is not tax, legal or financial advice. Tax treatment depends on your residency, the type of income and your circumstances, and the rules can change. UV TAX advises on Australian tax only. For Indian income tax returns, TDS refunds, FEMA/RBI rules or other Indian requirements, please speak with a qualified Chartered Accountant in India.
How it works
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0466 268 405Frequently asked questions
Do I need to declare my Indian rental income in Australia?
If you are an Australian resident for tax purposes, generally yes. You may also be able to claim expenses and a credit for tax paid in India.
Is NRE interest taxable in Australia?
NRE interest may be tax-free in India, but it is generally taxable in Australia if you are an Australian tax resident.
Will I pay tax twice on Indian income?
Not necessarily. You may be able to claim a foreign income tax offset for tax paid in India, and the India–Australia tax agreement can help.
Is money my parents send me from India taxable?
A genuine gift from family is generally not taxable income in Australia, but income you earn from that money afterwards usually is.
Do you file Indian income tax returns?
No. We advise on Australian tax only. For Indian tax returns, please use a Chartered Accountant in India – we are happy to work alongside them.
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General information only, current as at November 2026. Every situation is different – contact us for advice about your circumstances.