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DTAA: India-US Tax Treaty Benefits

Understanding Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement between India and USA and its benefits for NRIs and businesses.

GetYourCA Team
1 February 2025·Updated 9 April 20261 min read12.5K views

DTAA: India-US Tax Treaty Benefits

What is DTAA?#

Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement prevents double taxation of income.

India-US Treaty Key Points#

Business Profits#

  • Taxed only if permanent establishment

Royalties/Fees#

  • Max 15% tax rate

Interest#

  • Max 15% tax rate

Dividends#

  • Max 25% or 15% (for substantial shareholding)

Claiming Benefits#

  • Form 10F for treaty claims
  • TRC from home country

Conclusion#

DTAA helps optimize tax for cross-border income.

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