The documents an NRI or foreign-address applicant needs to apply for an Indian PAN card from the UK — including the correct 2026 form.
A PAN card is essential for NRIs with Indian financial interests — investments, property, or filing tax. This checklist covers the ID and overseas address proof, photos, and the correct application form, which changed in April 2026 depending on your passport type.
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Form choice and document requirements vary by passport type and applicant status. This is a general guide — we send a tailored checklist for your exact case within one working day.
The PAN application form depends on your passport type:
Using the wrong form is a common cause of rejection, so we select and complete the correct one for you. Foreign-issued documents may require apostille or attestation before they are accepted.
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You need a copy of your passport (used as both ID and address proof), an overseas address proof such as a bank statement or residence permit — or your OCI card if you are an OCI holder — two recent photos for the physical route, and the correct application form for your passport type. Foreign documents may need apostille or attestation.
Historically NRIs used Form 49AA. From April 2026 the forms changed: foreign and OCI passport holders use Form 95, while Indian passport holders use Form 93. We complete the correct form for you based on your passport.
Delivery to a UK address costs roughly £9–£10. An e-PAN is usually issued within 2–3 days, and the physical card typically arrives within 3–4 weeks.