Detailed information about Carrying foreign currency on behalf of others:

No, according to Indian customs regulations, you generally cannot carry foreign currency on behalf of others to India, as each individual must declare their own foreign exchange and adhere to the permitted limits, meaning you cannot pool your allowance with someone else's; exceeding the limit can lead to legal consequences. 

Key points to remember:

Individual declaration:

Each passenger entering India must declare their own foreign currency on a Currency Declaration Form if the amount exceeds the specified limit.

Limit on cash:

You can bring in foreign currency without limit, but if the cash component (currency notes) exceeds US$5,000 or its equivalent, you need to declare it.

Total limit:

The total value of foreign exchange (including traveler's checks) exceeding US$10,000 or its equivalent must be declared. 

If you are an NRI or OCI cardholder returning to India with jewellery, or intend to take jewellery out of India, it is necessary to obtain an Export Certificate from Indian Customs. This certificate formally records the jewellery items you are taking, so that you can escape customs charges or legal complications while re-entering India with the same jewellery.

Step-by-Step Procedure to Obtain Export Certificate:

Purchase Invoice:

• Always take an official bill or purchase invoice for purchase of jewellery from any jeweller. The invoice will act as a proof of ownership and value.

Government Registered Valuer's Certificate:

• If you decide to purchase jewellery, go to a Government Approved Registered Valuer after purchase.
• The valuer will inspect the jewellery, check for the number of carats, weight, and market value, and then provide a valuation certificate.

Customs Declaration at Airport:

• After you receive the valuation certificate, go to the Customs Office at the airport.
• Hand over the jewellery with purchase bill and certificate of the valuer to the customs officer.
• The customs officer will scrutinize the jewellery and might even photograph or detail records for records.

Issuance of Export Certificate:

• Following checks, an official Export Certificate detailing all items of jewellery would be issued by the Customs Department.
• This certificate serves as a document under law so that when you bring the same jewelry back to India, you need not pay duty again.

Detailed information about Is duty free allowance to India per person or family?

According to Indian customs regulations, the duty-free allowance is per person and cannot be pooled with another passenger's allowance, meaning each individual has their own limit on duty-free goods they can bring in, regardless of family membership. 

Key points to remember:

• Individual limit: Each passenger must declare their own duty-free items within their designated allowance. 
• No family pooling: You cannot combine the duty-free allowances of multiple family members. 
• Transfer of residence exception: If you are transferring your residence to India, there may be specific rules regarding higher allowances for personal and household goods, but these are still typically calculated per person.

Detailed information about Duty free allowance for NRI kids

When Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) or their children travel to India, they are entitled to a duty-free allowance on goods they bring into the country. This allowance is governed by the Indian Customs regulations and applies to both adults and children. However, the duty-free allowance for NRI kids is typically the same as for adults, but there are some nuances to consider.