How to Access Form 26AS from Abroad: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to securely view Form 26AS from outside India using the Income Tax Department's e-filing portal.

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Access Form 26AS outside India by logging into the Income Tax Department's e-filing portal. Use your PAN card credentials to log in, navigate to the “My Account” section, and select “View Form 26AS.” Choose AY (Assessment Year) and download the form as a PDF. For additional security, consider using a VPN to connect to an Indian server if you encounter access issues.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Form 26AS? Form 26AS is an annual tax statement that provides details of tax deducted at source (TDS), tax collected at source (TCS), and other tax-related information associated with a taxpayer's Permanent Account Number (PAN) in India.
  2. How can I access Form 26AS from abroad? To access Form 26AS from outside India, log into the Income Tax Department's e-filing portal using your PAN card credentials, go to the 'My Account' section, select 'View Form 26AS', choose the desired Assessment Year, and download it as a PDF.
  3. Why might I need a VPN to access Form 26AS? A VPN may be needed to mask your location and connect to an Indian server, enhancing security and helping bypass geographical restrictions that could prevent access to the Income Tax Department's e-filing portal from outside India.
  4. What information is included in Form 26AS? Form 26AS includes information about tax deducted at source (TDS) on your income, tax collected at source (TCS), advance tax payments, and refund credits, providing a comprehensive view of your tax liability for the financial year.

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