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Who is a person of Indian origin?

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A person of Indian Origin (PIO) is a foreign citizen who:

  • Is an Indian by birth;
  • held an Indian passport at any time;
  • is an Indian by descent; or
  • is a spouse of an Indian citizen or PIO.

In 2015, the PIO card scheme was withdrawn by the Government of Indian and was merged with the Overseas Citizen of India card scheme.

Investment by PIO in Indian Securities is treated in a similar manner as the investment by non-resident Indians. Further, they require the same approvals and enjoy the same exemptions.


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