Terms & Conditions
Welcome to NRI Planet. We are committed to providing document-related services for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) across the globe. Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully before using our website or services. By accessing our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.
Who We Are
NRI Planet is an independently operated company, not affiliated with or representing any Indian Government office, department, or authority. We act solely on your behalf to assist with documentation processes from official bodies through lawful and efficient means.
Our services include document preparation, review, appointment booking, and support throughout the application process. Our goal is to simplify these procedures, saving your time and effort, especially if you’re located overseas.
For the most up-to-date information regarding any department or authority, we advise you to visit the official websites of the relevant government institutions.
A. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the NRI Planet website or mobile app, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions. This includes services offered on the website, communication systems (such as emails or messages), and any online transaction facilitated through our platform.
Clicking on “I agree” during account creation or service initiation indicates
- You are using our platform either as a customer or a service provider.
- You are authorized to enter into a binding agreement.
- You approve the transfer of payments related to services.
- You agree to these Terms & Conditions.
B. Changes to Terms
We may update or modify these terms periodically for legal or business purposes. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our platform after such changes means you agree to the revised terms.
C. Website Access and License
We provide you with a limited, non-transferable, and revocable license to use our website as long as you
- Don’t copy, share, or alter website content without written permission.
- Don’t use the platform for unlawful or fraudulent activities.
- Follow all terms laid out in this document and applicable local laws.
D. Membership Eligibility
To register and use our services
- You must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of forming binding contracts.
- Registration requires accurate information such as your name, email, and a secure password.
- You are solely responsible for maintaining your account security and password.
- You must not use someone else’s account or impersonate another person.
E. Account Rules
As a registered user, you agree
- Not to reproduce or misuse website content.
- Not to use bots, scrapers, or any automated systems to access or misuse our platform.
- Not to overload our servers with excessive requests or actions.
- Not to contact other users for unrelated services or employment.
- Not to interfere with the website’s technical operation or security protocols.
- Not to harvest user data or use communication tools for marketing without consent.
NRI Planet has the right to limit or terminate your access to the website if any misuse or violation of these terms is detected.
Additional Policies
In addition to our core Terms of Use, your access to and activity on the NRI Planet website is governed by a range of additional policies. These include guidelines around content, privacy, security, and behavior, which may be updated occasionally. You are expected to follow all such guidelines and any other policies posted on our platform. Together, these policies are in place to create a safe, respectful, and productive environment for all users.
Member Conduct
Your conduct on the NRI Planet website matters — not only to us but also to the community we serve. Below is a summary of what is expected of you as a user or service provider on our platform.
1. What You Must Not Post
To keep our website respectful and safe, there are strict rules about the kind of content that cannot be shared. You may not post or upload content that
- Contains false or misleading personal or business information, impersonates someone else, or misrepresents your professional background.
- Exploits or harms minors in any way or collects personal information about children.
- Violates someone’s privacy by publishing personal details such as contact numbers, addresses, passwords, or financial information without their explicit consent.
- Is offensive, obscene, pornographic, harassing, defamatory, or hateful, especially against individuals or groups based on race, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
- Encourages or promotes illegal behavior or activities that may result in civil liability or breach of law.
- Contains copyrighted material without the proper rights or permission to share it.
- Promotes violence, self-harm, or aggressive behavior.
- Attempts to hack, damage, or disrupt someone else's computer or our systems.
- Acts as a form of spam, a pyramid scheme, affiliate marketing, or other misleading advertising.
- Includes links or referrals to services outside of NRI Planet without approval.
We also prohibit automated posting tools, bots, or bulk posting methods without prior written consent.
2. Prohibited Messaging
You may not use NRI Planet's messaging tools to send
- Offers involving suspicious international or national money transfers.
- Unsolicited promotions or services not listed on our platform.
- Messages aimed at manipulating or defrauding other users.
3. Zero Tolerance for Discrimination
We follow and support anti-discrimination laws. Any content that promotes bias or exclusion based on religion, gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, or nationality will be removed. Discriminatory listings or language will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
4. Service-Related Misuse
To protect both service providers and users, we do not allow
- Posting inappropriate services or inaccurate descriptions.
- Failing to deliver or pay for a service without justified cause.
- Trying to manipulate service prices or feedback ratings.
- Circumventing our payment systems or service fee structure.
- Posting misleading, harmful, or defamatory information about another user.
5. Feedback Guidelines
We encourage fair and honest feedback, but we also expect users to use this tool responsibly. The following practices are considered misuse of the feedback system
- Threatening another user with negative feedback to gain extra services.
- Leaving false positive reviews for personal gain.
- Adding restrictions in service listings that prevent others from posting genuine reviews.
NRI Planet reserves the right to delete or moderate feedback that violates these guidelines. We may also suspend or limit accounts involved in feedback manipulation.
If you believe someone is abusing the feedback system, please report it to us at contact@nriplanet.in Disputes over feedback may be reviewed and resolved by NRI Planet at our sole discretion.
Enforcement and Reporting
We take violations seriously. If you break these rules, NRI Planet may take one or more of the following actions
- Remove your content or listing without notice.
- Suspend or permanently disable your account.
- Limit your ability to post or message.
- Report unlawful activity to legal authorities.
We also reserve the right to monitor and limit user interactions on the site, including message volume, to maintain platform integrity.
Please note: While we actively work to uphold these standards, we do not manually review every post or message submitted. However, when issues are brought to our attention, we act promptly.
Accuracy and Honesty in Profiles and Offers
Service professionals are expected to maintain honesty and integrity when presenting their services on NRI Planet. This means
- Listing your services in appropriate categories.
- Accurately stating the location where your services will be provided.
- Avoid misleading titles or descriptions that misrepresent your service.
- Not using brand names or unrelated keywords that could create confusion or mislead users.
- Ensure that all information in your profile is factual and not fraudulent.
Any false, misleading, or inappropriate content may result in your account being restricted, suspended, or removed from the platform entirely.
Fee Evasion is strictly prohibited
Service providers/professionals may not use any methods that attempt to bypass or avoid fees charged by NRI Planet. This includes
- Providing links to third-party websites that allow users to purchase services directly, bypassing our platform.
- Posting duplicate services or identical offers repeatedly to manipulate visibility.
- Charging additional fees (like travel expenses) that weren’t disclosed up front.
- Offering to complete services offline or outside of NRI Planet’s system to avoid paying platform fees.
- Advertising unrelated or unauthorized services using your profile or username.
Violations of these rules may result in blacklisting, forfeiture of pending payments, and permanent account termination.
Promote Fair Use and Ensure a Safe Platform
We strive to create a positive, trustworthy environment for all users. Service providers/professionals must
- Only request payment methods approved by NRI Planet.
- Avoid including inappropriate or misleading links in profiles or service listings.
- Do not use excessive HTML or JavaScript in listings.
- Avoid any kind of contests, giveaways, or lotteries that are not approved.
- Refrain from using offensive language or profanities in any content.
- Not endorse or promote third-party companies excessively in your postings.
- Only post services that are legal, appropriate, and in line with the platform’s offerings.
Consent to Communication
By registering on NRI Planet, service providers/ professionals agree to be contacted through various means, including phone calls, SMS, email, or other electronic communications—even if their number is registered on a Do Not Disturb list like the National Customer Preference Register (NCPR).
Consequences of Rule Violations
NRI Planet may take action against service providers/ professionals who violate any of these terms, which may include
- Removing your listing.
- Limiting access to certain features or tools.
- Suspending or terminating your account.
- Withholding or reversing payments earned from offending listings.
- Downgrading your profile status or reputation on the platform.
Rules for Service Users
1. Fair Use of Services
Service Users are expected to act in good faith when using the platform. Users must not
- Book services without the intention of paying.
- Seek services without planning to follow through.
- Agree to terms only to disrupt a service or cause issues for professionals.
- Misuse any tools or features provided by NRI Planet.
2. Consequences of Violation
NRI Planet reserves the right to:
- Cancel your service requests.
- Restrict or suspend your user account.
- Downgrade your profile status or remove earned feedback scores.
Use of Submitted Content
1. No Expectation of Confidentiality
By posting or submitting content (like reviews, profiles, or service requests) on NRI Planet, you acknowledge that the platform offers no guarantee of confidentiality. Your content may be shared, displayed, or published publicly unless otherwise stated.
If your submissions are meant to locate a professional—like a legal or healthcare provider—please note that any confidentiality those professionals owe does not extend to NRI Planet itself.
We may disclose your information if we believe it is
- Required by law or a legal request.
- Necessary to avoid legal liability.
- Useful in defending our rights or property.
- Required to stop harmful or unlawful behavior.
2. Ownership and License of Content
When you submit content to NRI Planet, you grant us a perpetual, global, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, distribute, reproduce, and display that content as needed. This includes translating it or using it in promotional materials. You must ensure you have the right to share the content you submit.
3. NRI Planet’s Right to Moderate Content
We do not endorse any submitted content and reserve the right to remove content that violates our policies at any time. Repeated violations may lead to permanent bans.
By using the platform, you acknowledge that you may come across content from various users and that we are not responsible for monitoring or verifying the accuracy of such content.
You are solely responsible for anything you publish or display, including your profile, photos, or posts shared with other users.
Suggestions and Feedback
If you send us any ideas, feedback, or suggestions about improving NRI Planet—via email, call, or any other method—you agree that such suggestions become the property of NRI Planet. We may use them without compensating you, and we’re not obligated to act on or acknowledge your suggestions.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
We respect intellectual property and require our users to do the same. If you believe your copyrighted or trademarked content has been used unlawfully on our platform, please email us with the following
- Description of the copyrighted work and proof of ownership.
- Specific location (URL or page) of the infringing content.
- A statement confirming your belief that the content is used without proper authorization.
- Contact information, including email and phone number.
Timeline and Document Policy
Please note
- Estimated delivery times are based on experience but can vary due to holidays, natural disasters, government delays, or institutional timelines.
- Each university or college may have unique requirements for document formats. They may request additional paperwork at any stage.
- We do not retain any documents on behalf of institutions. Once your documents are submitted, processing typically takes time.
Important
- If any submitted documents are found to be fraudulent, your application will be canceled immediately with no refund, and you may face legal consequences.
- If the final payment due is not made within a week, we reserve the right to report the case to the relevant credit bureau or local authorities for legal action.
Our Commitment
NRI Planet serves as a facilitator for users to connect with professionals, institutions, and services. We assist in processing applications, submitting forms, and navigating systems, not in delivering services directly ourselves unless explicitly stated.
By using our platform, both service providers/professionals and service users agree to these rules to maintain a fair, transparent, and respectful environment.
If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions or our services, feel free to contact our support team.