GIFT City, India’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), offers globally accessible investment options in foreign currency, subject to eligibility and regulation.
What is it?
GIFT City hosts regulated funds, banking units and other financial services that operate in foreign currency, under the IFSCA framework and global standards.
We share product documents and help with eligibility documentation and onboarding. Products are offered by the relevant IFSC-registered entities; the decision to invest is yours.
Who can invest?
- Resident individuals, within the RBI Liberalised Remittance Scheme limits
- NRIs, under the rules that apply to them
- Other eligible investors, as permitted by IFSCA and the product provider
How it works
- 1
Information
Product documents, currency, costs and risk factors.
- 2
Eligibility
Residency status, remittance limits and documentation.
- 3
Onboard
Account opening and documentation with the product provider.
- 4
Service
Statements and updates from the provider; we help with coordination.
Key things to know
- Investments are subject to market and currency risks, and values may rise or fall.
- Resident individuals invest under the RBI Liberalised Remittance Scheme and its limits; NRIs have separate rules.
- Tax treatment varies by structure and residency; please consult a qualified tax professional.
- Products and eligibility change; ask us for the current position.
Frequently asked questions
What is GIFT City?
GIFT City in Gujarat is India’s first International Financial Services Centre. It is designed to let global financial services operate from India in foreign currency, under the regulation of IFSCA.
What can I invest in through GIFT City?
Options include funds that invest in global equities, ETFs and bonds, offshore-style mutual funds, AIFs, PMS and multi-currency banking, subject to availability and your eligibility.
Who can invest?
Resident individuals, NRIs and other eligible investors may invest, each under their own rules. Resident individuals use the RBI Liberalised Remittance Scheme and its annual limit.
Which currencies are used?
Investments and accounts in the IFSC are generally denominated in foreign currencies such as USD, EUR and GBP.
Is GIFT City tax-efficient?
Certain structures and incomes in the IFSC receive specific tax treatment, but the outcome depends on your residency, the product and prevailing rules. Please consult a qualified tax professional.
Does currency movement affect my investment?
Yes. Returns in rupee terms can be higher or lower than returns in the foreign currency, depending on exchange-rate movements.
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