{"id":19747,"date":"2026-02-25T15:48:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:18:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/?p=19747"},"modified":"2026-02-25T15:48:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:18:52","slug":"best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Way to Send Money to India for Property Purchase (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#The_%E2%80%9CFEMA%E2%80%9D_Rule_for_Money_Transfer\" >The &#8220;FEMA&#8221; Rule for Money Transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Method_1_Traditional_Bank_Wire_SWIFT_Transfer\" >Method 1: Traditional Bank Wire (SWIFT Transfer)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Method_2_Money_Transfer_Services_Wise_Remitly\" >Method 2: Money Transfer Services (Wise, Remitly)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Method_3_The_%E2%80%9CHybrid%E2%80%9D_Method_Best_of_Both_Worlds\" >Method 3: The &#8220;Hybrid&#8221; Method (Best of Both Worlds)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Method_4_NRE_Cheque_Demand_Draft_The_%E2%80%9CPaper%E2%80%9D_Trail\" >Method 4: NRE Cheque \/ Demand Draft (The &#8220;Paper&#8221; Trail)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Final_Checklist_Before_You_Transfer\" >Final Checklist Before You Transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#Conclusion_Which_Method_Should_You_Choose\" >Conclusion: Which Method Should You Choose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Buying a property in Hyderabad or Bangalore is exciting, but paying for it can be a nightmare if you use the wrong money transfer method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you transfer <strong>$100,000 (\u20b983 Lakhs)<\/strong> through a regular bank wire, you could lose <strong>\u20b91.5 Lakhs<\/strong> just in hidden exchange rate markups. That\u2019s enough to buy a brand new bike or pay for your registration fees!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Must Read:<\/strong> This article is part of our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/nri-real-estate-investment-india-2026-fema-guide\/\">Ultimate NRI Real Estate Investment Guide 2026<\/a><\/strong>. Before transferring money, make sure you know the FEMA rules. Read the full guide here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we compare the <strong>Top 4 Ways<\/strong> to send large sums of money to India for real estate purchases in 2026, ranking them by <strong>Speed, Safety, and Cost<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_%E2%80%9CFEMA%E2%80%9D_Rule_for_Money_Transfer\"><\/span><strong>The &#8220;FEMA&#8221; Rule for Money Transfer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you hit &#8220;Send,&#8221; you must follow one Golden Rule to avoid legal trouble later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Rule:<\/strong> To repatriate (take back) your money in dollars when you sell the property in the future, the funds <strong>MUST<\/strong> come from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>NRE Account<\/strong> (Non-Resident External)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FCNR Account<\/strong> (Foreign Currency Non-Resident)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Direct Inward Remittance<\/strong> (Foreign Bank \u2192 Seller&#8217;s Indian Bank)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WARNING:<\/strong> Do <strong>NOT<\/strong> use your NRO Account (Non-Resident Ordinary) to pay for the property if you want easy repatriation. NRO funds are meant for local income (rent) and are harder to convert back to dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Article:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/nri-real-estate-investment-india-2026-fema-guide\/\"><strong>NRI Real Estate Investment in India 2026: FEMA Rules &amp; Best Cities<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_1_Traditional_Bank_Wire_SWIFT_Transfer\"><\/span><strong>Method 1: Traditional Bank Wire (SWIFT Transfer)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Wells Fargo, Chase, Barclays, etc. to SBI\/HDFC)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is what 80% of NRIs use, but it is often the <strong>most expensive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Extremely safe for huge amounts (e.g., \u20b95 Crores+).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cons:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bad Exchange Rate:<\/strong> Banks often mark up the rate by <strong>2% to 4%<\/strong>. (If the real rate is $1 = \u20b983.50, they might give you \u20b981.50).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SWIFT Fees:<\/strong> You pay $25-$40 per transaction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> Use only if the builder\/seller insists on a direct &#8220;Bank-to-Bank&#8221; certificate and refuses third-party transfers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_2_Money_Transfer_Services_Wise_Remitly\"><\/span><strong>Method 2: Money Transfer Services (Wise, Remitly)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-1024x488.png\" alt=\"wise : Best Way to Send Money to India for Property Purchase\" class=\"wp-image-19749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-1024x488.png 1024w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-768x366.png 768w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-882x420.png 882w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-150x71.png 150w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-696x332.png 696w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1-1068x509.png 1068w, https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/wise-1.png 1354w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(The Modern Choice)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Services like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wise.com\/\">Wise<\/a> (formerly TransferWise)<\/strong> and <strong>Remitly<\/strong> have revolutionized transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pros:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Real Exchange Rate:<\/strong> Wise gives you the &#8220;Mid-Market Rate&#8221; (the one you see on Google) with zero markup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transparency:<\/strong> You see exactly how much the receiver gets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cons:<\/strong> Strict limits. Some services cap transfers at <strong>$25,000 to $50,000<\/strong> per day. You may need to make multiple transfers for a large property purchase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> <strong>Best for paying &#8220;Booking Amounts&#8221;<\/strong> (e.g., \u20b95 Lakhs to \u20b920 Lakhs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Article:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/top-banks-plot-loans-shadnagar\/\">Top 5 Banks Giving Loans for Open Plots in Shadnagar\/Outer Ring Road<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_3_The_%E2%80%9CHybrid%E2%80%9D_Method_Best_of_Both_Worlds\"><\/span><strong>Method 3: The &#8220;Hybrid&#8221; Method (Best of Both Worlds)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(FCNR Account + Local Transfer)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the smartest method for savvy investors who want to save money and avoid exchange rate risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How it Works:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open an <strong>FCNR (Foreign Currency Non-Resident)<\/strong> account in an Indian bank (like SBI or ICICI).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transfer your Dollars\/Pounds to this FCNR account. (No conversion happens here; your money stays in Dollars).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you are ready to pay the builder, instruct the bank to convert <em>only<\/em> the required amount to Rupees and transfer it to the seller.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why It Wins:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Zero Exchange Risk:<\/strong> You decide <em>when<\/em> to convert. If the Dollar becomes stronger next week, you get more Rupees!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax-Free Interest:<\/strong> If you keep money in FCNR, the interest earned is tax-free in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Article: <\/strong><br><strong><a href=\"BREAKING: No TAN Required for Buying Property from NRI (Budget 2026 Update)\">BREAKING: No TAN Required for Buying Property from NRI (Budget 2026 Update)<\/a><\/strong><br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/nri-real-estate-investment-india-2026-fema-guide\/\"><strong>Real Estate Investment in India 2026: FEMA Rules &amp; Best Cities<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_4_NRE_Cheque_Demand_Draft_The_%E2%80%9CPaper%E2%80%9D_Trail\"><\/span><strong>Method 4: NRE Cheque \/ Demand Draft (The &#8220;Paper&#8221; Trail)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, the simplest way is the best way. If you are physically present in India or have a Power of Attorney (POA) holder, you can issue a cheque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Process:<\/strong> Issue a cheque directly from your <strong>NRE Savings Account<\/strong> in favor of the seller.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Benefit:<\/strong> This creates a perfect legal paper trail. The sale deed will mention &#8220;Paid via Cheque No. XXXXX from NRE Account,&#8221; which is gold for repatriation later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Warning:<\/strong> Never withdraw cash from your NRE account to pay the seller. Once cash is withdrawn, it loses its &#8220;Repatriable&#8221; status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Article:<\/strong> <br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/shadnagar-developments-and-investment-scope\/\">Shadnagar Developments and Investment Scope<\/a><br><\/strong><a href=\"BREAKING: No TAN Required for Buying Property from NRI (Budget 2026 Update)\"><strong>BREAKING: No TAN Required for Buying Property from NRI (Budget 2026 Update)<\/strong><\/a><br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/plot-loan-in-telangana\/\">Complete Guide to Plot Loans in Hyderabad: Interest Rates &amp; Banks List (2026)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Checklist_Before_You_Transfer\"><\/span><strong>Final Checklist Before You Transfer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t hit &#8220;Send&#8221; until you check these 3 boxes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Purpose Code:<\/strong> When sending money via bank wire, always select the purpose code <strong>&#8220;P0003&#8221; (Investment in Immovable Property)<\/strong>. Do not select &#8220;Family Maintenance&#8221; (P1301) just to save paperwork; it will cause issues when you sell.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FIRC Copy:<\/strong> Ask your Indian bank for the <strong>FIRC (Foreign Inward Remittance Certificate)<\/strong>. This is the proof that money came from abroad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>KYC of Seller:<\/strong> Ensure the name on the bank account matches the name on the property title deed exactly.<br><br><strong>Must Read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/list-of-legal-documents-to-buy-property-in-india-property-ownership\/\"><strong>List Of Legal Documents to Buy Property in India: Property Ownership<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Which_Method_Should_You_Choose\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion: Which Method Should You Choose?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Booking Amount (&lt; \u20b920 Lakhs):<\/strong> Use <strong>Wise (formerly TransferWise)<\/strong> for the best exchange rate and speed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For Full Payment (> \u20b950 Lakhs):<\/strong> Use <strong>Direct Bank Wire (SWIFT)<\/strong> or <strong>FCNR Method<\/strong> for safety and compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have more questions about NRI money transfers? Drop a comment below, and our financial expert will guide you!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772013538966\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>1. Is there a limit on how much money I can send to India for buying property?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. There is <strong>no upper limit<\/strong> on the amount you can transfer to India for investment purposes under RBI rules. However, your sending bank (in USA\/UK) might have a daily limit (e.g., $50,000). You may need to visit the branch personally to authorize a larger wire transfer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772013566786\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. Will I be taxed in India on the money I transfer?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. The money you transfer from your foreign earnings to your NRE account is <strong>Tax-Free<\/strong> in India. Income Tax is only applicable on the <em>income<\/em> generated from that money (like rent or capital gains), not on the principal amount you transfer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772013590150\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. Can I use my friend&#8217;s NRE account to pay the builder?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Strictly NO.<\/strong> The money must come from <strong>your<\/strong> own NRE\/NRO account. Third-party payments are considered &#8220;Benami Transactions&#8221; and can lead to confiscation of the property. If you are buying jointly with your wife, you can use a Joint NRE account.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772013615986\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>4. Which gives a better exchange rate: NRE Account or Wise (TransferWise)?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Wise (TransferWise)<\/strong> typically offers a better exchange rate because they use the &#8220;Mid-Market Rate&#8221; (the real Google rate) with a small transparent fee. Indian banks often hide a <strong>1% to 2.5% markup<\/strong> in the exchange rate when you transfer directly to an NRE account.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1772013639625\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>5. How long does a SWIFT transfer take to reach my Indian bank?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A traditional SWIFT wire transfer usually takes <strong>2 to 4 working days<\/strong>. However, if you use modern services like <strong>Remitly<\/strong> or <strong>Wise<\/strong>, the money can often reach your Indian account within <strong>24 hours<\/strong> or even instantly, depending on the amount.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buying a property in Hyderabad or Bangalore is exciting, but paying for it can be a nightmare if you use the wrong money transfer method. If you transfer $100,000 (\u20b983 Lakhs) through a regular bank wire, you could lose \u20b91.5 Lakhs just in hidden exchange rate markups. 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Indian banks often hide a <strong>1% to 2.5% markup<\/strong> in the exchange rate when you transfer directly to an NRE account.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#faq-question-1772013639625","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/best-way-send-money-india-property-purchase-nri\/#faq-question-1772013639625","name":"5. How long does a SWIFT transfer take to reach my Indian bank?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"A traditional SWIFT wire transfer usually takes <strong>2 to 4 working days<\/strong>. However, if you use modern services like <strong>Remitly<\/strong> or <strong>Wise<\/strong>, the money can often reach your Indian account within <strong>24 hours<\/strong> or even instantly, depending on the amount.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19747","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19747"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19747\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19751,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19747\/revisions\/19751"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19750"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19747"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19747"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bigproperty.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19747"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}