Form 145 and Form 146: Complete Guide to Foreign Remittances Under the Income-tax Act, 2025

Form 145
Foreign Remittance Compliance Support

Has your bank asked you to submit Form 145 or Form 146 before transferring money from India to another country? Whether you are sending money to the USA, UK, Dubai, Singapore, Australia or Europe, the right documentation can help you avoid unnecessary filing errors and delays in your bank’s processing.

You may be an NRI transferring investment proceeds, a parent arranging an overseas payment, a resident sending money to a foreign account, or a business making a payment to an overseas recipient. When the bank requests an income-tax form, the immediate question is usually the same: Which form should I file, what details should I enter, and how can I get the documents right the first time?

The new income-tax framework introduced Form 145 and Form 146 in place of the earlier Form 15CA and Form 15CB framework, subject to the applicable provisions and transitional rules. However, these forms serve different purposes. The correct filing route depends on the nature of your remittance, its tax treatment and the conditions prescribed under the applicable rules.

Here is the important point: You do not always need both forms for an overseas transfer. Selecting the applicable form and part, entering accurate recipient and bank details, and matching the transaction classification with the actual payment are essential steps before submitting your documents to the bank.

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Understand Before You File

Form 145 or Form 146: Which Form Does Your Bank Actually Need?

If your bank has asked for Form 145 or Form 146, do not assume that you need to submit both. These forms serve different purposes, and choosing the wrong filing route can lead to avoidable corrections, additional documentation requests or delays in processing your outward remittance.

The simplest way to understand the difference: Form 145 is the prescribed information form for the remittance, while Form 146 is the accountant’s certificate used where the applicable provisions require it. Your transaction’s tax treatment and the conditions prescribed under the rules determine the correct route.

Form 145 Remittance information and prescribed declarations

Form 145 records information relating to the remitter, overseas recipient, proposed payment, bank details and other prescribed particulars.

What you should check:

  • Whether Form 145 applies to your transaction.
  • Which part of the form is appropriate.
  • Whether the sender and recipient details are accurate.
  • Whether the remittance amount and transaction description match the actual payment.
  • Whether the applicable bank and tax information is complete.
Form 146 Accountant’s certificate for the applicable filing route

Form 146 is the prescribed accountant’s certificate broadly corresponding to the earlier Form 15CB. It involves examination of the transaction’s tax implications where certification is required.

What needs professional examination:

  • The nature and purpose of the payment.
  • Whether the payment is chargeable to tax in India.
  • Applicable withholding tax provisions.
  • Relevant treaty provisions, where applicable.
  • Whether the prescribed certification route applies.

Quick Comparison: Form 145 vs Form 146

Use this table to understand the practical difference before you start the online filing process.

Particular Form 145 Form 146
Main purpose Furnishing prescribed remittance information. Providing the prescribed accountant’s certificate.
Broad predecessor Form 15CA. Form 15CB.
Who handles it? The person responsible for the remittance, following the prescribed process. An eligible Chartered Accountant.
Required in every case? No. Applicability and exceptions must be checked. No. It depends on the prescribed certification requirements.
Key decision Determine the correct part and complete the required information. Determine whether the transaction requires the certificate and complete the necessary examination.

Before Filing: Follow These 4 Checks

1
What is the actual purpose of your transfer? Identify whether the payment relates to investment proceeds, a business transaction, a property sale or another purpose. The transaction details help establish the applicable tax treatment.
2
Is the payment chargeable to tax in India? The answer affects the applicable filing route. Do not assume that every transfer is taxable, or that every transfer of your own money is automatically outside the reporting requirements.
3
What do the applicable rules require? Consider the relevant threshold, aggregate remittances during the tax year, applicable exceptions and whether a prescribed certificate or order is required.
4
What exactly has your bank requested? Compare the bank’s request with the applicable filing route. If the request is unclear, ask the bank to confirm the required form and supporting documents before submission.

Important about the ₹5 lakh threshold: Form 145 Part A is intended for qualifying taxable remittances where the remittance or aggregate remittances during the tax year do not exceed ₹5 lakh. The amount alone does not determine every reporting obligation. The payment’s taxability, the applicable rules and any relevant exceptions must also be considered.

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Practical Filing Guide

How to File Form 145 Online: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Money Transfers

Once your bank asks for Form 145, the next challenge is completing the online filing correctly. You may have your PAN, bank account details and recipient’s overseas address ready, but still face questions about the correct form part, tax information, BSR code or RBI purpose code.

The safest approach is to prepare the transaction details first, identify the applicable filing route and then enter the information on the Income Tax e-Filing portal. This reduces the risk of submitting a form that does not match your actual remittance.

Before you begin: Form 145 is not simply a bank transfer declaration. The correct filing route depends on the nature of the payment, its tax treatment, the aggregate remittances during the tax year and the applicable provisions. The steps below explain the general workflow; the exact fields and requirements may vary by filing category.

1

Collect Your Bank’s Remittance Instructions

Start with the document or email in which your bank requests Form 145 or Form 146. Identify the destination country, proposed amount, purpose of payment and any supporting documents the bank has asked you to provide.

If the bank has supplied a purpose code or a specific transaction description, keep it available for review. Do not change the classification merely to make the online form easier to complete.

2

Identify the Correct Form 145 Part

Determine whether Part A, Part B, Part C or Part D applies to your transaction. The correct choice depends on the relevant tax provisions and prescribed conditions.

  • Part A: Qualifying taxable remittances within the prescribed ₹5 lakh threshold.
  • Part B: Qualifying taxable remittances exceeding ₹5 lakh where the prescribed Assessing Officer certificate or order has been obtained.
  • Part C: Qualifying taxable remittances exceeding ₹5 lakh where the required accountant’s certificate in Form 146 has been obtained.
  • Part D: Payments not chargeable to tax under the Act, subject to the applicable rules and exceptions.

Do not choose a part solely on the basis of the amount. First establish the transaction’s tax treatment and the requirements applicable to your case.

3

Log In to the Official Income Tax Portal

Access the official Income Tax e-Filing Portal and log in using the appropriate taxpayer credentials.

Locate Form 145 under the applicable income-tax forms section. Portal menus and available options can change, so follow the current on-screen instructions and the relevant official user manual.

4

Enter the Remitter’s Information

Complete the sender’s prescribed particulars, which may include the name, address, PAN, taxpayer status, residential status, email address and contact number.

Special attention for NRIs: Residential status should reflect the applicable tax-law position. Do not select resident or non-resident merely because the sender holds a particular passport or lives at a foreign address.

5

Complete the Foreign Recipient’s Details

Enter the recipient’s name, country or region of residence, complete foreign address and the identification details required by the form.

The information may differ depending on whether the recipient is in the USA, UK, UAE, Singapore, Australia or another country. If a tax identification number is unavailable, check the permitted options rather than entering an invented or unverified number.

6

Enter the Remittance and Bank Details

Complete the amount, destination country, proposed remittance date, bank particulars and other prescribed information.

Where requested, verify the bank’s IFSC and seven-digit BSR code separately. These identifiers serve different purposes and must not be interchanged.

The remittance description and purpose classification should reflect the underlying transaction and be consistent with the bank’s instructions.

7

Check Tax Deduction and Certification Requirements

Do not enter zero tax merely because the money is being transferred abroad or belongs to you. Determine whether the underlying payment is chargeable to tax and whether tax deduction or certification requirements apply.

If Form 146 is required, the prescribed accountant’s certification must be addressed through the applicable process before completing the relevant Form 145 Part C filing.

8

Review, Verify and Submit

Review every field before submission. Check the taxpayer details, recipient country, amount, aggregate remittances, bank identifiers, transaction classification and applicable tax information.

Complete the prescribed electronic verification process and save the submitted form and acknowledgement for your records.

9

Send the Documents to Your Bank

Provide the filed form and acknowledgement through the channel specified by your bank. Attach any additional documents required for the transaction.

Ask the bank to confirm whether its documentation requirements have been satisfied. Filing the form successfully does not automatically complete the bank’s compliance checks or guarantee release of funds.

Form 145 Document Checklist: Keep These Ready Before Filing

Having the relevant details available before logging in can make the process easier and reduce repeated corrections. The documents required depend on the nature of the remittance and the bank’s instructions.

✓
Sender’s PAN and details PAN, name, address, taxpayer status and relevant contact details.
✓
Recipient’s foreign details Full name, overseas address, country and applicable identification number.
✓
Bank’s remittance request The bank’s email, checklist, remittance application or written instructions.
✓
Bank identifiers IFSC, branch information, BSR code and other details requested by the form.
✓
Transaction details Proposed amount, destination, payment purpose and intended transfer date.
✓
Supporting transaction records Relevant investment statements, invoices, agreements or other evidence, where applicable.
✓
Tax information Details required to establish taxability, withholding obligations and the applicable filing route.
✓
Form 146, if applicable The prescribed accountant’s certificate where the applicable route requires it.

Practical tip: If the bank has already given you a transaction purpose code, compare it with the actual payment and the applicable RBI classification before entering it. A code used for one type of transaction should not automatically be reused for another. If the classification is unclear, resolve that question before submitting the form.

Four Mistakes Worth Checking Before You Submit

01. Wrong Form Part

Selecting Part A only because the payment is below ₹5 lakh, without checking the applicable tax conditions and rules.

02. Incorrect Bank Code

Entering the IFSC where the form requires the seven-digit BSR code, or using unverified branch information.

03. Unverified Recipient Details

Entering an incorrect foreign address or guessing an identification number to complete a mandatory field.

04. Incorrect Tax Information

Assuming that no tax deduction applies without examining the underlying transaction and relevant provisions.

Final Review Before Sending Form 145 to Your Bank

Use this quick checklist after the online filing is complete.

  • The selected form and part match the applicable requirements.
  • The sender’s and recipient’s details are accurate.
  • The remittance amount and transaction description are correct.
  • The bank identifiers and purpose classification have been checked.
  • The applicable tax and certification requirements have been considered.
  • The submitted form and acknowledgement have been saved.
  • The bank’s additional document requirements have been reviewed.

Important: Do Not Guess Missing Details

If the portal rejects a foreign address, the recipient’s identification information or a transaction classification, do not enter an arbitrary value simply to proceed. Check the prescribed format and permitted options, and confirm the correct information before filing.

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Avoid Filing Errors

Form 145 Errors, RBI Purpose Codes and Bank Rejections: How to Avoid Delays

You have collected your documents, logged into the Income Tax portal and started filling Form 145. Then a field does not accept the details, the recipient’s address causes a validation problem, or the bank asks you to correct the purpose of the remittance.

These situations can be frustrating, especially when the payment is time-sensitive. A student may need money for university fees, a family may be arranging an overseas transfer, or an NRI may be moving the proceeds of an investment abroad.

The practical solution is to identify the exact point of failure. Check whether the issue concerns the form part, recipient details, bank identifiers, transaction purpose, tax information or a separate bank requirement. Correcting the underlying issue is safer than repeatedly submitting the same information.

Common Form 145 Problems and What to Check

01

Wrong Form 145 Part Selected

The form part is selected based only on the transfer amount, without checking the taxability of the payment or the applicable conditions under Rule 220.

What to do: Establish the tax treatment, check aggregate payments during the tax year and confirm whether an Assessing Officer’s certificate or Form 146 is required.
02

Recipient Address or TIN Validation

The portal may reject incomplete or incorrectly formatted overseas recipient details. Different countries also use different systems for tax identification and postal addresses.

What to do: Verify the recipient’s official details and follow the portal’s permitted field format. Do not invent a TIN or use a placeholder unless the official instructions expressly permit it.
03

IFSC and BSR Code Confusion

The filer enters an IFSC code in a field that requires the seven-digit BSR code, or supplies an unverified branch identifier.

What to do: Confirm the exact identifier required by the form and obtain the relevant branch details from a reliable bank or official record.
04

Incorrect RBI Purpose Code

The selected purpose code does not reflect the actual transaction, or the code in the tax form differs from the bank’s remittance classification.

What to do: Identify the real purpose of the payment and confirm the appropriate RBI purpose classification with the bank before filing.
05

Tax Details Do Not Match the Transaction

Tax deduction details or the transaction’s taxability are entered without examining the underlying payment and applicable provisions.

What to do: Review the payment’s legal and tax character before deciding the applicable reporting and withholding requirements.
06

Bank Still Requests Additional Documents

The tax form has been submitted successfully, but the bank asks for an invoice, investment statement, declaration or other supporting evidence.

What to do: Follow the bank’s transaction-specific checklist. An acknowledgement from the tax portal does not replace all bank documentation.

RBI Purpose Code: Why the Correct Classification Matters

An RBI purpose code identifies the nature of a cross-border payment for banking and reporting purposes. The correct classification depends on what the money is actually being sent for.

Overseas Education University tuition fees, accommodation and other education-related transfers must be classified according to the actual payment and the bank’s applicable purpose-code guidance.
Family Maintenance or Gifts Transfers for family support and gifts have their own classifications. Confirm the applicable code and any supporting declaration with the remitting bank.
Property Sale Proceeds Repatriation of property-sale proceeds may require evidence of ownership, sale consideration, tax compliance and the applicable repatriation conditions.
Investment or Securities Proceeds Redemption, sale proceeds and transfers of investment funds must be classified according to the actual investment and transaction. A generic code should not be selected merely for convenience.

Do Not Copy a Purpose Code From Another Person’s Form

A purpose code used for one mutual fund redemption, family transfer or property transaction may not be suitable for another payment. The RBI classification and the income-tax treatment address different compliance questions. Verify both before submitting your form.

Practical Filing Illustration

Example: An Overseas Transfer Gets Stuck During Form Preparation

Consider a person who wants to transfer investment redemption proceeds from India to an overseas bank account. The bank asks for the relevant tax-remittance documentation, but the filer is unsure about the recipient’s identification details and which transaction classification to select.

In this situation, the safest approach is to verify the source of funds, identify the actual nature of the transaction, compare the bank’s instructions with the prescribed form requirements and correct any incomplete information before submission.

Step 1: Verify Review the bank’s written request, investment statement and recipient details.
Step 2: Classify Determine the applicable Form 145 part and verify the transaction’s RBI purpose classification.
Step 3: Submit Complete the prescribed filing, retain the acknowledgement and provide the supporting documents requested by the bank.

Why this matters: Correcting the underlying issue before submission can help avoid repeated filing attempts and unnecessary correspondence with the bank.

Before You Submit Form 145, Check These Details

  • The form part matches the applicable provisions and tax treatment.
  • The remitter’s PAN, status and other prescribed details are accurate.
  • The overseas recipient’s name, address and identification information are verified.
  • The remittance amount and proposed payment details match the bank application.
  • The correct bank identifiers have been entered in the prescribed fields.
  • The RBI purpose classification reflects the actual transaction.
  • The applicable tax deduction and certification requirements have been examined.
  • The required supporting documents are ready for the bank.
  • The acknowledgement is saved after successful submission.

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Documents Required for Form 145 and Form 146 for Overseas Remittance

Preparing your documents before approaching the bank can help reduce queries and avoid unnecessary delays when sending money from India to the USA, UK, Dubai, Australia, Singapore, Europe or another country. The exact documents depend on the purpose of the payment, its tax treatment and your bank’s requirements.

If your bank has asked you to submit Form 145 or Form 146, first identify why the money is being sent abroad. A student fee payment, family maintenance transfer, property-sale proceeds and payment for overseas services may require different supporting evidence.

Form 145 is the remittance-related information form corresponding to the former Form 15CA. Form 146 corresponds to the former Form 15CB and is an accountant’s certificate used in applicable cases. Neither form replaces every other document your bank may request.

Important: The lists below are practical preparation checklists, not a universal statutory document list. Not every document applies to every remittance. Confirm the specific requirements with your authorised dealer bank and the professional handling your filing.

1. Common Documents to Keep Ready

Identity and Tax Details

  • PAN details of the remitter, where applicable.
  • Remitter’s name and address as recorded in the relevant documents.
  • Recipient’s full name and overseas address.
  • Recipient tax identification details, where applicable and requested.

Bank and Remittance Details

  • Beneficiary’s bank name and account details.
  • SWIFT/BIC code and other international banking details requested by the bank.
  • Remittance application or bank-provided declaration.
  • Amount, currency and stated purpose of payment.

Purpose and Transaction Evidence

  • Invoice, fee demand, agreement or other document explaining the payment.
  • Relevant correspondence or supporting declaration, if requested.
  • Evidence showing the source of funds, where required.

Tax-Related Information

  • Information needed to determine whether the payment is chargeable to tax in India.
  • Applicable tax computation and withholding details, where relevant.
  • Supporting tax-residency or treaty documents, if relevant to the transaction.
  • Form 146 or an Assessing Officer’s certificate/order, where the applicable route requires it.

2. Documents by Purpose of Remittance

The following examples help you identify which documents may be relevant to your transaction. Your bank or tax professional may request additional evidence based on the facts of the case.

Purpose Documents to Consider Keeping Ready
Education fees University or college fee invoice, admission or enrolment evidence, student details, beneficiary account information and the bank’s remittance application.
Living expenses for a student abroad Student enrolment details, a statement of the intended purpose, beneficiary account information and any supporting documents requested by the bank.
Family maintenance or gift Recipient details, relationship information where relevant, a declaration explaining the purpose and source of funds if requested.
Property-sale proceeds Sale deed or sale documentation, ownership records, transaction and receipt evidence, relevant tax/TDS records and any applicable NRO-account or repatriation documentation.
Investment or asset redemption proceeds Redemption statement, broker or demat records where relevant, investment transaction documents, bank credit evidence and related tax records.
Payment for overseas services Invoice, service agreement or contract, description of the services, recipient details and information required to assess the Indian tax treatment.
Business or contractual payment Purchase order or agreement, invoice, payment terms, beneficiary details and supporting tax documentation relevant to the transaction.

3. When Might Form 146 Be Required?

Form 146 is not automatically required for every overseas transfer. Under the applicable framework, it is relevant to certain payments chargeable to tax where the aggregate amount exceeds ₹5 lakh during the tax year and the remitter uses the accountant-certificate route for Form 145.

The appropriate filing route depends on the payment’s taxability, the aggregate amount during the tax year and whether an applicable Assessing Officer’s certificate or order has been obtained. The ₹5 lakh threshold alone does not determine the correct form or part.

Where a Chartered Accountant is engaged to prepare Form 146, be ready to provide the relevant:

  • Transaction agreement, invoice or other evidence of the payment.
  • Recipient and beneficiary details.
  • Information about the nature and taxability of the payment.
  • Tax computation and withholding information, where applicable.
  • Additional documents the CA reasonably needs to support the certificate.

The CA may need to review the underlying facts before deciding the appropriate tax treatment. Avoid selecting a form or tax position solely because it was used for a previous transfer.

4. Do Transfers to the USA, UK, Dubai or Australia Need Different Documents?

The destination country affects beneficiary banking details and may affect which recipient tax or treaty documents are relevant. However, the destination alone does not determine whether Form 145 or Form 146 is required.

  • USA: Keep the beneficiary’s bank details and recipient information ready. Additional recipient tax details may be relevant depending on the transaction.
  • UK and Europe: Confirm the correct beneficiary account information, currency and any supporting documents required for the payment’s purpose.
  • Dubai and the UAE: Check the beneficiary details and the bank’s documentation requirements for the specific remittance.
  • Australia and Singapore: Keep the payment evidence and beneficiary banking information ready, along with any transaction-specific tax documents.

Do not provide a guessed tax identification number or use a generic placeholder without confirming that the relevant form instructions permit it. If a recipient identifier is unavailable or not applicable, clarify the correct treatment before submitting the form.

5. Form 145 Is Not the Same as the Bank’s Complete Remittance Process

A bank may separately ask for declarations, source-of-funds evidence, purpose details or documents relating to applicable RBI, FEMA or Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) requirements. These are distinct from the income-tax form itself.

Submitting Form 145 or Form 146 does not, by itself, guarantee that the bank will release the transfer. The bank may need to complete its own checks and may request further information.

6. Final Checklist Before Sending Documents

  • Confirm the exact purpose of the remittance.
  • Verify the remitter’s and recipient’s details for consistency.
  • Check the beneficiary’s banking information carefully.
  • Keep the invoice, agreement or other evidence supporting the transaction ready.
  • Determine the payment’s Indian tax treatment before selecting the applicable filing route.
  • Confirm whether Form 146 or an Assessing Officer’s certificate/order is relevant.
  • Ask the bank whether it requires additional remittance or regulatory documents.
  • Retain copies of the submitted forms and supporting documents.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Form 145 and Form 146

Find answers to common questions about overseas remittances, filing requirements, Chartered Accountant certification and the documents your bank may request.

1. What is Form 145 under the Income-tax Act, 2025?

Form 145 is the remittance-related information form corresponding to the former Form 15CA. It applies to specified payments to non-residents under the applicable income-tax provisions and rules. Whether you need to file it depends on the nature of the transaction and the applicable requirements.

2. What is the difference between Form 145 and Form 146?

Form 145 is used to furnish information about an applicable remittance. Form 146 is an accountant’s certificate corresponding to the former Form 15CB. Form 146 may support Form 145 Part C when the relevant conditions are satisfied. The two forms serve different purposes and are not interchangeable.

3. Are Forms 145 and 146 applicable from 1 April 2026?

The new Income-tax Act, 2025 framework applies from 1 April 2026. For remittances made on or after that date, check the applicable provisions, forms and rules under the new framework. Earlier transactions may need to be assessed under the provisions applicable to their dates and circumstances.

4. Does every transfer from India to another country require Form 145?

No. Not every overseas transfer automatically requires Form 145. Applicability depends on the recipient, the purpose and nature of the payment, its tax treatment and the relevant rules. Your bank may also request separate documents under its remittance procedures.

5. Is Form 145 required for sending money to the USA, UK or Dubai?

The destination country alone does not determine whether Form 145 is required. A payment to the USA, UK, UAE, Australia, Singapore or another country must be assessed according to the transaction’s actual purpose and the applicable Indian tax rules.

6. Is Form 146 compulsory for every Form 145 filing?

No. Form 146 is not required in every case. It is relevant to specified transactions where the accountant-certificate route applies. Other filing routes may be available depending on taxability, the amount involved and whether an applicable Assessing Officer’s certificate or order has been obtained.

7. What is the ₹5 lakh threshold for Form 145?

The ₹5 lakh threshold is relevant to the applicable filing routes for certain payments chargeable to tax. The relevant test considers the amount or aggregate amount during the tax year. The threshold alone does not determine which part applies; the payment’s taxability and the relevant conditions must also be checked.

8. What is Form 145 Part A used for?

Part A applies to a payment chargeable to tax where the amount or aggregate amount does not exceed ₹5 lakh during the tax year, subject to the applicable conditions. Do not select Part A based only on the transfer amount without considering the payment’s tax treatment.

9. What is Form 145 Part D used for?

Part D is for applicable payments that are not chargeable to tax, subject to exclusions and conditions under the relevant rules. A payment should not be declared non-taxable merely because it is a personal transfer or the recipient is located outside India. The actual facts and applicable law must be considered.

10. Can I file Form 145 myself?

The filing process depends on the applicable part and the nature of the transaction. However, a case involving uncertain taxability, a certificate requirement or an Assessing Officer’s order may need professional assistance. Check the current income-tax portal instructions before submitting the form.

11. What documents are needed for Form 145?

Depending on the transaction, documents may include PAN and recipient details, beneficiary banking information, invoices, agreements, payment-purpose evidence and relevant tax records. Additional documents may be needed for property-sale proceeds, investment redemptions, education payments or business transactions. Your bank and tax professional can confirm the requirements for your case.

12. How long does it take to prepare Form 145 or Form 146?

Preparation time depends on the completeness of your documents, the complexity of the transaction and whether an accountant’s certificate or additional review is needed. DSCSign.com offers a typical turnaround of one day after receiving complete documents, subject to the complexity of the case. Bank processing time is separate and may vary.

13. Will filing Form 145 guarantee that my bank releases the money?

No. The bank may still need to verify the information, complete its internal checks or request additional documents. Form 145 and Form 146 address applicable income-tax compliance requirements; they do not replace every bank or regulatory requirement for an overseas remittance.

14. What should I do if my bank rejects the form?

Ask the bank for the specific reason for rejection or the additional information required. Review the selected form part, transaction details, recipient information and supporting documents. Correct the issue based on the actual facts and the applicable portal instructions rather than changing details simply to bypass a validation error.

15. How much does DSCSign.com charge for Form 145 or Form 146 assistance?

DSCSign.com’s stated service fee is ₹3,000. The typical turnaround is one day after complete documents are received, subject to the complexity of the case. Confirm the scope of assistance and any case-specific requirements before proceeding.

Note: These answers are general information, not a determination of taxability for a particular remittance. The applicable form, filing route and supporting documents should be checked against the transaction facts and current official instructions.

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Need Form 145 or Form 146 for an Overseas Remittance?

If your bank has asked for Form 145 or Form 146 before processing an international transfer, identify the applicable filing route and prepare the supporting documents before proceeding. The right approach depends on the purpose of the payment, its tax treatment and the requirements applicable to your transaction.

Under the Income-tax Act, 2025 framework applicable from 1 April 2026, Form 145 corresponds to the former Form 15CA, while Form 146 corresponds to the former Form 15CB. These forms serve different purposes and are not automatically required for every transfer from India to another country.

Before You Submit Your Forms

  • Confirm why your bank requires Form 145, Form 146 or both.
  • Identify the actual purpose of the overseas payment and the recipient.
  • Check the payment’s tax treatment and the applicable filing route.
  • Keep invoices, agreements, beneficiary details and other relevant evidence ready.
  • Confirm whether an accountant’s certificate or an Assessing Officer’s certificate/order is applicable.
  • Check whether your bank requires separate remittance or regulatory documents.
Remember: The correct form cannot be determined by the destination country or transfer amount alone. Review the transaction facts and current official instructions before filing.

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