What are the tax implications of ESOP/RSU transfers?
The tax implications are simple: based on the amount of time you have held these shares, you will be paying long-term or short-term capital gains tax upon the sale of your ESOPs. More details on this can be found in our taxation article here.
Once the capital gains tax is accounted for, there is no additional tax related to transferring the funds to your Vested account.
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Can I transfer funds from my ESOP/RSU account?
Yes, you can transfer funds from your ESOP/RSU account to Vested. Here’s how: Complete your KYC to open a Vested US brokerage account. In the Vested app, go to 'Transfer,' click 'Add funds,' and select 'ESOP/RSU' account. Find your broker (e.g., ...
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Are there any RBI restrictions or income tax implications when moving dollars from a US broker to Vested, especially if these dollars were received as dividends?
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What are the tax implications on investing in US stocks and ETFs as an NRI?
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What are the tax implications on investing in US stocks and ETFs as an NRI?
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