CA from the UK and Canada may be allowed to practice in India

CA from the UK and Canada might be allowed to practice in India on a reciprocal basis, with the apex body ICAI proposing to the Government.

ICAI President Ranjeet Kumar Agarwal, on February 21, said the proposal will be implemented strictly.

On a reciprocal basis, chartered accountants from India will also be allowed to practice in the United Kingdom and Canada.

It will be the first time overseas CAs will be allowed to practice in India.

The proposal is part of India's ongoing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) negotiations with the UK and Canada.

Mr. Agarwal also said that a similar arrangement is being looked at with Australia.

Once the reciprocal system is implemented, CAs from the UK and Canada must be registered with the ICAI, which will regulate them.