India's school system is different — boards, rote learning, competitive admissions. For kids raised on IB or GCSE, the adjustment can be rough. This guide covers which boards to consider, how admissions actually work, and whether an international school makes sense for your situation.
Your international health policy lapses the moment you become a resident. India's private healthcare is genuinely excellent and a fraction of Western costs — but you need the right insurer, the right sum insured, and a trusted specialist network before you need them.
The RNOR (Resident but Not Ordinarily Resident) window lasts up to two years. During it, foreign income stays exempt from Indian tax. It is also the right time to open your demat account, start SIPs, and set up the National Pension System — before you're a full Resident.