Relocation to India
A guide to relocating to India: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
A guide to relocating to India: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
- CapitalNew Delhi
- Population~1.46 billion
- LanguageHindi · English and regional languages
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- Time zoneIST · approximately 2.5 hours ahead of Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 7 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Employment generally requires an Employment Visa aligned with the role and contract.
Taxation
Residency and taxation depend on the length of stay, source of income and corporate structure.
Economy and cost of living
Day-to-day living may be affordable, but secure housing, a car, international education and private insurance create a substantial expatriate budget.
Housing
The housing market in Bengaluru differs from other areas.
Education
Education options vary between Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR.
Healthcare
Arrange healthcare eligibility and health insurance according to your immigration and employment status, including interim coverage, the provider network and out-of-pocket contributions.
Community and culture
Bengaluru has an expatriate community and international services.
Employment and business
Employment hubs vary between Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR.
Ocean's winning tip
Coordinate your legal status, work, education and budget before choosing an address. With experience since 1944 and a global network, your Ocean Journey Manager brings these together in one plan.
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