NRI · Europe
Indian property valuation for NRIs in Germany, the Netherlands, France, Ireland and other European countries
European applications use Indian property valuations as proof of financial means and ties for Schengen visitor visas, family reunification, student and Blue Card files, and NRIs settled in Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland and France sell Indian property and need capital gains, TDS and repatriation support. ValuerDekho matches you with registered valuers who inspect, issue dual INR/EUR reports and courier originals across Europe, and with CAs for net-worth certificates and Forms 145/146. Visa reports cost ₹6,000–₹10,000, plus 18% GST, and arrive in 24–72 hours.
- Report currency
- INR with euro (EUR) equivalent
- Who signs
- Registered valuer (Section 514, formerly 34AB) or IBBI RV; CA with UDIN for net-worth certificates.
- Fees
- ₹6,000 – ₹30,000 depending on purpose
- Timeline
- Visa report: 24–72 hours. Capital gains report: 3–7 working days with inspection. Courier: 4–7 days.
- Validity
- Consulates treat reports within six months as current; some ask for documents within three months.
- Time zone
- Europe is 3.5–4.5 hours behind India; WhatsApp support 07:00–23:00 IST covers the full European working day.
When NRIs in Germany, the Netherlands, France, Ireland and other European countries need a valuation
| Situation | Why the report matters |
|---|---|
| Schengen visitor visa (parents and relatives) | Consulates assess ties to India; property ownership evidenced by a registered valuer's report is persuasive. |
| Family reunification and spouse visas | Financial means of the sponsor or applicant; Indian assets valued by a registered valuer. |
| Student and Blue Card applications | Blocked accounts are primary, but sponsor assets support the file. |
| Selling Indian property while in Europe | Cost-base valuation, lower-deduction certificate and Forms 145/146. |
Report format that gets accepted
- INR value with EUR equivalent at the RBI reference rate
- Valuer's registration type and number
- Method, comparables and dated photographs
- Names exactly as in the passport
- Signed PDF; original by courier (4–7 days to Europe); certified translation arranged where a consulate requires German, French or Italian
Checklist
- Passport and, if held, OCI
- PAN for any sale or TDS work
- Title deed and chain; society documents for flats
- Latest property-tax receipt and electricity bill
- Photographs or video walkthrough; access via a relative
- For sale: draft agreement, buyer's PAN, NRO account details
Selling Indian property while in Europe
Selling Indian property while European-resident: TDS under Section 393(2) (formerly 195) at 12.5% plus surcharge and cess on the full price for long-term gains; lower-deduction certificate under Section 397 (Form 13); repatriation through NRO with Forms 145/146 up to USD 1 million per financial year. Most European countries tax residents' worldwide gains with treaty credit for Indian tax; Germany and the Netherlands have specific rules for foreign real estate.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the report need to be translated?
Most consulates accept English; where German, French or Italian is required, a certified translation is arranged and attached to the original.
Can the process run without me visiting India?
Yes. Documents on WhatsApp, inspection access through a relative, draft review, signed PDF and courier.
Other countries
Last reviewed 6 September 2026 by ValuerDekho editorial team. Regulatory references are to the Income-tax Act 2025 and Income-tax Rules 2026 (in force from 1 April 2026) with the former 1961-Act section numbers in brackets. This is general information, not tax or legal advice.