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    Default Can I continue my PO - MIS account, after my status change to NRI?

    I am working in MNC and going abroad for a company trip for 12 month. I have a PO - MIS account.
    My queries are -
    (i) Can I continue my MIS account, after my status change to NRI?
    (ii) Do I have to inform post office about my NRI status?
    (iii) If I can continue the accounts, what treatment is given to interest?

    Thanks in advance.
    Imran



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    Quote Originally Posted by Imran View Post
    I am working in MNC and going abroad for a company trip for 12 month. I have a PO - MIS account.
    My queries are -
    (i) Can I continue my MIS account, after my status change to NRI?
    Yes, No problem.

    (ii) Do I have to inform post office about my NRI status?
    No need.

    (iii) If I can continue the accounts, what treatment is given to interest?

    Thanks in advance.
    Imran
    No idea. Ask tax expert.

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    NRIs are not permitted to open new or invest in PO-MIS or any other PO accounts. Such prohibition applies to existing account for continued investments, as well as new accounts. You have to hold the funds in non-repatriable account in India. And inform PO about your new status (NRI).

    Maturity period is 5 years, so after 5 years (as No tax rebate is applicable) it will be added to your income.
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