What Has Changed New TCS Rules on Foreign Remittances ?
1. Higher Exemption Limit
From FY 2025-26, individuals can remit up to ₹10 lakh abroad under the LRS without any TCS liability, irrespective of the purpose. This is an increase from the earlier ₹7 lakh threshold.
2. Purpose Wise TCS Rates
| Purpose of Remittance | TCS on Amount ≤ ₹10L | TCS on Amount > ₹10L |
| Education (via education loan) | 0% | 0% |
| Education (self-funded) | 0% | 5% |
| Medical Treatment | 0% | 5% |
| Overseas Tour Packages | 5% | 20% |
| Other (gifts, investments, etc.) | 0% | 20% |
Note: A 0% TCS on education applies only when you make the remittance through a loan sanctioned by a financial institution under Section 80E of the Income Tax Act.
Impact by Use Case
Students
- If funding education abroad through a qualifying Indian education loan, there is no TCS liability regardless of the amount. However, if self-funding, 5% TCS applies to the portion exceeding ₹10 lakh in a financial year.
Medical Emergencies
- Remittances for medical purposes are exempt from TCS up to ₹10 lakh. Above that, 5% TCS is applicable.
Tourism
Tour packages booked through Indian vendors attract 5% TCS up to ₹10 lakh, and 20% on the amount exceeding it.
Investments and Gifts
- Remittances for purchasing shares, real estate abroad, or sending gifts now attract 20% TCS beyond the ₹10 lakh exemption limit.
Compliance & Best Practices for TCS on Foreign Remittances
- Ensure your PAN is linked with Aadhaar to avoid a flat 20% TCS deduction under Section 206AA.
- TCS is not a loss – it is adjustable against your income tax or claimable as a refund.
- Monitor total remittances across all authorized dealers and banks to avoid breaching the threshold unintentionally.
- Maintain documentation such as education invoices or medical bills to justify the nature of the remittance, if required by tax authorities.
Conclusion
The revised TCS regime under the LRS, effective April 1, 2025, simplifies the structure while tightening oversight on large value foreign transactions. With the higher exemption limit and purpose linked rates, individuals and businesses now have more room to plan their foreign outflows intelligently.
Whether you’re investing abroad, supporting family, studying overseas, or traveling for leisure these changes make it essential to align your remittance strategy with updated tax compliance.
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