The NRI Desk: buying & selling Kerala property from abroad
Kerala's Gulf corridor runs on trust. This desk exists for one reason — so distance never blocks your deal, whether you're buying your family's next home or selling property you own back home.
For NRI buyers
You can't walk the plot — so we front-load the verification. NRI-ready listings carry checked documents and sellers open to remote closing.
How it works
Browse NRI-ready listings below — every one is document-verified (title deed, tax receipts, EC) and carries RERA numbers where applicable.
Request a video walkthrough — see the property live with the owner or agent before you commit to travel.
Execute via Power of Attorney — a registered POA lets a trusted person in Kerala complete the purchase on your behalf. It must be properly stamped and adjudicated here.
Register & repatriate — registration happens at the sub-registrar; sale proceeds can later be repatriated within RBI limits.
For NRI sellers
Own property in Kerala and living abroad? List it free on KeralaRealtyOnline and reach both local buyers and the Gulf buyer pool actively searching for Kerala homes.
Sell from anywhere
Free listing — live instantly
Your listing flagged to NRI buyers
POA execution guidance included
Paperwork pointers
Keep EC, tax receipts & title deed ready — buyers ask first
Repatriation needs FIRC & CA documentation
Price in ₹, per cent for land (how Kerala buys)
FEMA essentials
The short version of what the law says about NRIs and Indian property:
✓ NRIs CAN buy
Residential property — no limit on number
Commercial property
Jointly with a resident Indian
✗ NRIs CANNOT buy
Agricultural land
Plantation property
Farmhouses
Agricultural land received through inheritance may be held. This is general information, not legal advice — always consult a lawyer before transacting.
Document checklist
Title deed — chain of ownership, no breaks
Encumbrance Certificate (EC) — 13+ years, from the sub-registrar
Land tax receipts — latest, in the seller's name
Possession certificate — from the village office
Approved building plan — for constructed property
RERA registration — for flats in registered projects (verify at rera.kerala.gov.in)
Occupancy certificate — for ready-to-move apartments
NRI-ready listings right now
For SaleNRI-readySample listing
₹68 L
₹6,476 /sq.ft
2BHK apartment near Infopark, Kakkanad
Kakkanad, Kochi
2 BHK · 2 baths · 1,050 sq.ft
For SalePremiumNRI-readySample listing
₹1.45 Cr
₹8,788 /sq.ft
3BHK sea-facing apartment, Marine Drive
Marine Drive, Kochi
3 BHK · 3 baths · 1,650 sq.ft
For SalePremiumNRI-readySample listing
₹2.40 Cr
₹7,500 /sq.ft
4BHK luxury villa with home theatre, Edappally
Edappally, Kochi
4 BHK · 5 baths · 3,200 sq.ft
For SaleNRI-readySample listing
₹98 L
₹5,444 /sq.ft
3BHK independent house, Kowdiar
Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram
3 BHK · 3 baths · 1,800 sq.ft
For SaleNRI-readySample listing
₹52 L
₹5,306 /sq.ft
2BHK apartment, Punkunnam
Punkunnam, Thrissur
2 BHK · 2 baths · 980 sq.ft
For SalePremiumNRI-readySample listing
₹1.80 Cr
₹8,182 /sq.ft
2,200 sq.ft office space, MG Road
MG Road, Kochi
2 baths · 2,200 sq.ft
Good to know
Can NRIs buy property in Kerala?
Yes. Under FEMA, NRIs and OCIs can freely purchase residential and commercial property in Kerala with no limit on the number of properties.
Can NRIs buy agricultural land in Kerala?
No. Agricultural land, plantation property and farmhouses cannot be purchased by NRIs. Agricultural land received via inheritance may be held.
How can an NRI buy without travelling to Kerala?
Through a registered Power of Attorney in favour of a trusted person in India, properly stamped and adjudicated in Kerala.
Can sale proceeds be repatriated?
Yes, within RBI limits (currently up to USD 1 million per financial year), subject to documentation and tax compliance. Consult your bank and CA.
What should I verify before buying?
Title deed, encumbrance certificate, land tax receipts, possession certificate, approved plan, and RERA registration for apartments. Look for our ✓ Verified badge.
Have a question about an NRI purchase or sale?
Write to support@keralarealtyonline.com — mention "NRI Desk" and the property you're asking about.
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