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by UKbound » Sun Feb 22, 2009 10:28 am
Technically, you would be considered resident in the UK once you come here with the intention of living permanently. The issue then is that you would be subject to UK tax on your income, especially since you would be working in the UK.
I think the difference between what is being talked about (someone on contract from India), and your situation is that someone that is coming here for a contract is not coming here with the intention to live here permanently.
I'm not sure how the UK government would figure out that you're making money in India and working there while residing here with the intent to stay. but...
Also, it could make a difference if there are tax treaties between the UK, and India. I know, for example, that there are between the UK and the US. That could have an impact.
And the final question that you need to find out is if, once resident in the UK, you are subject to tax on your worldwide income. If so, then you would definitely be subject to UK taxes, regardless of where you are making the money. Someone on the site may be able to answer that question.
Good luck.