India’s Finance Ministry Clarifies: Income-Tax Clearance Certificate Not Mandatory for All Travelers
The Indian Ministry of Finance has issued a clarification regarding the Income-Tax Clearance Certificate (ITCC), debunking reports that all Indian citizens must obtain it before leaving the country. The ITCC is only required in rare cases, such as for individuals involved in financial irregularities or those with outstanding tax demands exceeding ₹10 lakhs.