NRI

My property in India is occupied, misused or claimed while I live abroad

Most NRI property disputes are lost on missing papers and delay, not on the law. We'll build the file you'd need to act from abroad.

Answer a few questions and get your list →

What the law says

NRIs and OCIs can own and inherit residential and commercial property in India. They generally cannot buy agricultural land, plantations or farmhouses, but can inherit them. You can act through an advocate and a power-of-attorney holder without living in India.

General information, not legal advice.

Papers that usually help

Title deed (sale deed, gift deed, allotment) — certified copy
The foundation of any case.
Death certificate, legal heir/succession papers, will (if any)
Inherited property needs the chain of succession.
Land/property records: mutation, khata/khatian, 7/12, property card
Shows any changes made behind your back.
Encumbrance certificate (last 15–30 years)
Detects fake sales or loans.
Property tax receipts and electricity/water bills in your name
Strong supporting proof.
Your passport, OCI card and visa/residence proof abroad
Needed for PoA, cases and registration.
PAN and Indian bank (NRO) account details
Needed for rent, sale and court fees.
The power of attorney (and proof of any revocation)
Misused or overbroad PoAs are a common cause of loss.
Revoke the misused PoA in writing, notify the sub-registrar and third parties
Stops further misuse.
Rent agreement, rent received, and the tenant's police verification
Basis for eviction or recovery.
Recent dated photos/video of the property (ask a trusted person)
Shows encroachment or unauthorised use.
Messages and emails with the occupant, relative or caretaker
Admissions and promises matter.
Copies of police, revenue or MADAD complaints and replies
Shows you acted in time.
A fresh, specific PoA for your trusted representative/advocate
Lets cases and complaints proceed while you're abroad.

Questions Saboot will ask you

What is happening with the property?
How did you get the property?
What kind of property is it?
What is your status abroad?
Is someone in India acting for you under a power of attorney?
Is there a written rent agreement?
Since when has this been going on?
Can you travel to India if needed?

Sources

Common situations

Start — it's free, no sign-up

Also searched as: nri property, nri property dispute, tenant not vacating nri, relative occupied my house, property grabbed nri, nri land encroachment, caretaker, nri rent, property abroad india, oci property