Buying property from overseas requires careful checks on ownership, permitted property types, documentation and payment procedures.
The rules can depend on your residency and citizenship status, as well as the state in which the property is located.
Before paying a deposit, ask a qualified independent lawyer to examine title records, encumbrances, approvals and any relevant litigation. For projects covered by real-estate regulation, check the appropriate state RERA register.
Review the purchase agreement, payment milestones, possession terms, taxes, registration charges and any ongoing maintenance obligations. Be wary of promises of guaranteed rental returns or unusually urgent payment requests.
For cross-border payments and repatriation, obtain advice on the applicable Indian foreign-exchange and tax rules. This is an educational checklist, not legal, tax or investment advice.