365. Apply for PAN Card in

Trivandrum

Q: Dear Sir, Please guide me through the procedures of getting a PAN card. I am an NRI residing in Dubai, UAE and plan to come on vacation in India during January 2012. Kindly advice on the below points: 1) Documents required for issuing a PAN card 2) Location or branches in Trivandrum or Kottayam for applying PAN (along with contact numbers) 3) Total cost 4) How long it will take to get the PAN card issued Looking forward to your URGENT response! Rgds, Jennifer Johnson A. Apply online from abroad or: get the form from the tax department website. You can download the form and follow the instructions. Most banks and accounting offices in India also have PAN application forms. For more information click HERE. PAN Card Documents for proof of identity and residence Proof of identity (any one) Passport Voter's ID Driving license School leaving certificate Matriculation certificate Degree from a recognized educational institution Depository account Credit card Bank account Water bill Ration card Property tax assessment order Certificate of identity signed by an MP/ MLA/ municipal councilor/ gazetted officer Proof of residence (any one) Passport Voter's ID Driving license Electricity bill Telephone bill Depository account Credit card Bank account Ration card Employer's certificate Property tax assessment order Rent receipt Certificate of address signed by a MP/ MLA/ municipal councilor/ gazetted officer