What documents are required for an NRI PAN card application?

If you've become a Canadian citizen and hold an OCI card, please mention that before choosing the form. Your application category would be different from that of an Indian citizen who has Canadian permanent residence.

For Indian citizens, Form 93 is the relevant form. For individuals who are not Indian citizens, the current PAN application form is Form 95. The document requirements for foreign citizens can include additional certification or attestation, depending on the document and the rules that apply.

Another thing to check is whether you want a physical PAN card sent overseas or only an e-PAN. The Income Tax Department's PAN page lists different fees depending on the communication address and the delivery option. Check the latest amount directly with the authorized provider before paying.

Official starting points:

• Income Tax Department: https://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/en/pan
• UTIITSL: https://www.pan.utiitsl.com/
• Protean: https://tinpan.proteantech.in/services/pan/pan-index

Keep your acknowledgment number and payment receipt after submission. If the provider requests further evidence, follow the instructions for your specific application rather than assuming the same checklist applies to everyone.

I would prepare the documents first and only then start the online form. It is frustrating to reach the payment stage and discover that something is missing.

For an Indian citizen living abroad, I'd keep these ready:

• A clear copy of the Indian passport
• A recent bank statement from the country where you live, or an eligible NRE account statement
• Your passport number and personal details
• Any additional declaration or supporting document requested by the application portal

The passport is particularly useful because it can establish identity, address, and date of birth under the prescribed document list. However, if the address you enter for communication is different from the address supported by your documents, check the rules for that arrangement before submitting.

Aadhaar isn't the only document listed for a standard Form 93 application. Don't confuse the eligibility conditions for instant e-PAN with the document rules for a regular application.

I would use the official UTIITSL or Protean website and avoid old tutorials that still instruct everyone to use Form 49A. The revised application forms took effect on April 1, 2026.

Also, if you already have a PAN number, even if you lost the card, don't apply for a second PAN.

The document list depends on whether you're an Indian citizen living abroad or a foreign citizen who holds an OCI card. If you're still an Indian citizen, check Form 93 under the current 2026 rules.

According to the Income Tax Department's current guidance, the main supporting documents are proof of identity, proof of address, and proof of date of birth. An Indian passport can cover all three categories, provided the copy meets the application requirements.

For an Indian citizen residing outside India, the rules specifically recognize a bank account statement from the country of residence or an NRE bank account statement as proof of address. So, if you're applying from Canada, check that your Canadian bank statement meets the provider's current specifications.

One detail people sometimes miss is the mandatory passport number field for NRIs. Make sure your application details match your passport exactly.

I'd download the latest Form 93 instructions before submitting, because the required supporting documents depend on your application category and chosen submission method.