Can NRI/OCI/PIO Card Holders Donate for Philanthropic Causes in India? — Legal Opinion

Date: 23 September 2025 Issued by: Parth Yadav, Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India India’s global diaspora—comprising Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)—has always been at the forefront of philanthropic initiatives. However, a recurring question arises: Can NRI/OCI/PIO card holders legally donate to organizations in India?… Read more