--- title: Moving from Reno to India: Transfer of Residence url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/india/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [International moving through partner carriers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/) - Moving from Reno to India # Moving from Reno to India India's Baggage Rules, 2016 tie the duty-free transfer of residence allowance to time abroad in four tiers, from 3 months up to 2 years or more. The top tier asks for at least 2 years abroad, no more than 6 months in India in the prior 2 years, and no earlier use. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) India handles a returning household through the Baggage Rules, 2016, published by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). Rule 6 deals with transfer of residence. The rule applies to Indian passengers, and CBIC has published later guidance, so check the current text before you commit to a shipment plan. O'Brien's Moving & Storage arranges moves abroad through Bekins and partner international carriers; the rule text below is what the Indian customs officer reads. ## The four tiers Rule 6 applies to a person engaged in a profession abroad or transferring residence to India, and it is an addition to the ordinary baggage allowance. The allowance rises with the time spent abroad. | Time abroad | Further condition | | --- | --- | | 3 to 6 months | Indian passenger | | 6 months to 1 year | Indian passenger | | At least 1 year in the preceding 2 years | Not availed in the preceding 3 years | | 2 years or more | Short visits to India total no more than 6 months in the preceding 2 years, not availed in the preceding 3 years | The rule sets a duty-free value cap for each tier, and the text allows a shortfall of up to 2 months in the stay abroad to be condoned in special cases recorded in writing. ## Which articles are covered The rule covers personal and household articles, with examples in the annexure such as a music system, an air conditioner, a microwave oven, a washing machine, a cooking range, a computer and a refrigerator up to 300 litres. CBIC's own summary of the transfer of residence rules adds that the earlier facility to import unlimited used household articles is no longer available. ## Articles that are excluded The annexures name items outside the allowance, including firearms and excess cartridges, excess cigarettes and tobacco, alcohol above two litres, gold or silver other than ornaments, flat-panel televisions, colour television sets, video home theatre systems, dishwashers, refrigerators above 300 litres and deep freezers. Read the annexures against your own household list rather than relying on a summary. ## A plan that works around the tiers Because the allowance is a cap, a household often decides what to ship and what to store. O'Brien's can hold the rest in vault storage here in Sparks, from $40 per month, in wooden vaults that measure 7 ft x 7 ft x 5 ft. ## The inventory behind the shipment Each line of the annexure is an item type, so a counted list by room is how you test your own household against the rule. O'Brien's prepares an itemized inventory and condition report before packing, and the estimate is itemized and in writing. The free in-home estimate includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. Call 775-359-6683 or read [how overseas moves work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-overseas/). ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [CBIC, Baggage Rules, 2016](https://taxinformation.cbic.gov.in/content/html/tax_repository/customs/rules/baggage_rules_2016/documents/baggage_rules__2016_01_march_2016.html) - [CBIC, Transfer of Residence Rules at a Glance](https://www.cbic.gov.in/resources/htdocs-cbec/transfer_of_residence_rules-at_a_glance.pdf) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [International moving through partner carriers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/) - [Moving overseas: how international household moves work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-overseas/) - [Vault storage: how 7 x 7 x 5 ft wooden vaults work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/vault-storage/) - [FAQ: International moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/international/) International moves ## Read next - [Moving from Reno to Canada](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/canada/) - [Moving from Reno to Mexico](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/mexico/) - [Moving from Reno to United Kingdom](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/united-kingdom/) - [Moving from Reno to Germany](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/germany/) - [Moving from Reno to Japan](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/japan/) - [Moving from Reno to South Korea](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/south-korea/) - [Moving from Reno to Philippines](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/philippines/) - [Moving from Reno to Australia](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/australia/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Does Rule 6 cover non-Indian passport holders? The tiers in the rule text carry an Indian passenger condition, so confirm your own status with Indian customs or the nearest Indian consulate. ### Can I import unlimited used household items? CBIC's transfer of residence summary says the facility of free import of unlimited used household articles is no longer available. ### Where can I read the rule itself? CBIC publishes the Baggage Rules, 2016 on its tax information site, and the annexures list the covered and excluded articles. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) N Nicole B. June 25, 2025 The crew worked extremely hard and treated our belongings with care. Customer service was outstanding leading up to, during, and after move. Thank you! C Charles C. May 31, 2025 Great company, I'd highly recommend for any move!!! ### Owner's reply Charles, It was a pleasure working with you on your moves. We hope your trip is amazing and if you ever come back our way, we will be happy to help. Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to complete this review on our behalf. N Nadine K. May 15, 2025 The guys were very friendly and hard working. Would definitely use them again! ### Owner's reply Nadine, We are pleased you chose us for your move, it was a pleasure working with you! We are extremely happy the move was a success. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? 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