The FAST-DS 2026 scheme allows eligible taxpayers to disclose dormant foreign bank accounts and other foreign assets without penalties until December 31, 2026.

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The case involved Sarvesh Naidu, who purchased a life insurance policy while working in Dubai. Upon maturity, he received approximately $52,896.76, but did not report this amount in his tax return for Assessment Year 2017-18. The tax department flagged the payout, treating it as an undisclosed foreign asset…

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The Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme (FAST-DS) offers a crucial opportunity for eligible taxpayers to declare previously undisclosed foreign assets and income before the December 31, 2026 deadline.

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India's Tax Department is set to enhance transparency by allowing taxpayers to access data on their foreign assets. This change could significantly impact tax compliance strategies and financial planning for expatriates and high net worth individuals.

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Indian taxpayers must report foreign income and assets in their Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the financial year 2025-26 to avoid penalties of up to ₹10 lakh.

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