India day-count rules

Spending time in India? The rules below can affect tax residency and visa and travel limits. This page brings India’s day-count rules together in one place — each explained in plain English, with links to the official sources.

India — 182-Day Tax Residency RuleIndia's 182-day tax residency rule explained: spend 182+ days in India in the April–March financial year and Section 6 of the Income Tax Act treats you as a resident.182 days / financial year

India — Tourist Visa (90 Days Per Visit)How long can you stay in India on a tourist visa? 90 days per visit for most nationals (180 for US/UK/Canada/Japan), capped at 180 days per calendar year — how the rule works.90 days / visit · 180 days / calendar year

India Residential Status CalculatorNRI, RNOR, or ROR — the Section 6 tests including the 120-day rule.