PAN ADDRESS

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NITIN SHARMA (Querist)
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21 September 2010 ONE OF MY JUNIOR GIVEN MY ADDRESS IN THE COMMUNICATION ADDRESS FIELD OF PAN APPLICATION OF HIS CLIENT. HOWEVER NO ADDRESS PROOF WAS GIVEN BY HIM OF MY ADDRESS AND GIVE RATION CARD OF HIS CLIENT BUT IN THE INCOME TAX RECORD THEY DISPLAY MY ADDRESS INSTED OF CLIENT'S ADDRESS.AND CLIENT IS NOT READY TO FILE PAN CORRECTION APPLICATION. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

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Bhaskaran Chackrapani Warrier (Expert)
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21 September 2010 Submit application for address change. Form is available in http://www.incometaxindia.gov.in/Archive/ChangeForm.pdf

NITIN SHARMA

NITIN SHARMA (Querist)
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22 September 2010 BUT CLIENT IS NOT READY TO FILE PAN CORRECTION APPLICATION

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Asha Kanta Sharma

Asha Kanta Sharma

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09 August 2024 If your address has been incorrectly used as the communication address for a PAN application and the client is unwilling to file a correction application, you still have a few options to address the issue:

### **Steps to Address the Issue**

1. **Contact the PAN Issuing Authority:**
- **Reach Out Directly:** Contact the PAN issuing authority or the relevant service provider (such as NSDL or UTIITSL) and explain the situation. They might be able to guide you on the procedure to correct the address issue.
- **Provide Evidence:** If you have any evidence of your address not being intended for the PAN application, provide it to the authorities.

2. **Communicate with the Client:**
- **Explain the Impact:** Inform the client about the potential legal and administrative complications of having the wrong address on the PAN card. This might encourage them to cooperate in filing a correction.
- **Documentation:** Ensure that the client understands that the incorrect address might affect their tax records, communication, and other legal aspects.

3. **File a Complaint:**
- **Income Tax Department:** You can file a complaint with the Income Tax Department explaining the situation. While this might not directly correct the PAN details, it could help in documenting the issue.

4. **Submit a Written Request:**
- **Request for Correction:** You can submit a written request to the PAN issuing authority requesting a correction of the address. Although the application should ideally be made by the client, your written request might be considered if you provide a valid explanation.

5. **Legal Recourse:**
- **Consult a Lawyer:** If the incorrect address is causing significant issues and the client refuses to act, consult a legal advisor to understand if any legal actions can be taken.

### **Preventive Measures for the Future:**

- **Verify Details:** Always ensure that all the details, including the communication address, are correct before submission of any application.
- **Document Evidence:** Keep records of all communications and evidence related to address changes or discrepancies.
- **Client Cooperation:** Emphasize the importance of client cooperation in ensuring accurate documentation to avoid such issues.

If the client is adamant about not filing the correction, your options are limited, but pursuing the above steps can help address or mitigate the issue.