Cars
Buying, importing, and owning vehicles in India as an NRI — rules and procedures.
Car Import to India for NRIs — Rules, Duties, and Eligibility
A current guide to importing a car to India as an NRI or returning resident — who qualifies, the right-hand drive and emission compliance requirements, the new vs used vehicle conditions, the depreciation schedule, the breakdown of customs duty (BCD + IGST + cess + SWS), the Transfer of Residence pathway, and why most returning NRIs ultimately decide it is cheaper to buy in India.
Buying a used car in India — tips and precautions
Practical tips for buying and selling used cars in India, including pre-purchase inspection, loan-status checks, and safe ownership transfer.
Car documents to check when buying a used car in India
Essential documents buyers should obtain and verify when purchasing a used car in India — RC Book, TC Book, PUC certificate, insurance, NOC, and more.
Car rentals in India — a guide
What to expect when renting a car in India: typical daily rates, chauffeur-driven vs. self-drive options, required documents, and booking practices.
NRI gift-a-car program — Maruti Suzuki DIL SE
How Maruti Suzuki's "DIL SE" gift-a-car program lets NRIs buy a car online and have it delivered to a relative in India, with a first-hand account of the process.
Importing a new car to India — rules and requirements
General Government of India rules for importing a new vehicle to India: technical specifications, approved ports, and compliance requirements.
Tata Nano — online booking information (historical)
How the Tata Nano booking process worked when NRIs were eligible to purchase the car in 2009.
Taking a car to India on Transfer of Residency
Guidance for NRIs returning to India who wish to import a car, including the concessional excise duty route for vehicles used by physically handicapped persons.