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The practical difficulty
In NRI maintenance cases, the main challenge is often not the legal right but proof of foreign income, lifestyle, assets and capacity to pay.
Evidence of income
Salary statements, tax returns, employment contracts, bank transfers, visa records, business records, property documents and lifestyle evidence can become relevant.
Settlement and enforcement
A carefully drafted settlement may be more practical than indefinite litigation in some cases, especially where enforcement abroad is uncertain or expensive.
Frequently asked questions
Can Indian courts order maintenance against an NRI?
Yes, where jurisdiction and statutory grounds exist.
How is foreign income proved?
Through documentary and circumstantial evidence.
Can child expenses be included?
Yes, depending on facts.
Can maintenance be settled privately?
Yes, if the terms are lawful and properly documented.