Zerodha NRI G-Sec

NRI G-Sec investment via Zerodha

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NRIs can invest in select Indian Government Securities under specific RBI / FEMA pathways:

Available routes for NRIs

RouteAvailability
NRI direct via ZerodhaLimited; subject to specific issue eligibility
RBI Retail DirectOpen to NRIs with NRO/NRE accounts
FPI routeFor institutional NRI vehicles
Fully Accessible Route (FAR) G-SecsSpecific G-Secs designated FAR; NRIs eligible

Constraints

  • NRO account needed for repatriation rules.
  • TDS on coupon at applicable NRI rates.
  • DTAA may reduce withholding.
  • FEMA / RBI reporting requirements.

Zerodha NRI capability

Zerodha offers NRI trading accounts, but the G-Sec pathway for NRIs is more limited than for residents. Check Zerodha NRI desk for current eligibility.

DTAA / FEMA caveat

Cross-border transactions are subject to FEMA and applicable DTAA terms; consult a financial adviser familiar with NRI taxation.

See also

External references

References

  1. RBI, FEMA Master Direction on Foreign Investment in India, rbi.org.in.
  2. RBI, Fully Accessible Route for G-Secs, rbi.org.in.

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