General Information

GIFT IFSC (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) is India’s first operational International Financial Services Centre. It enables global investment and international stock trading under a unified regulatory environment governed by IFSCA. GIFT IFSC offers tax benefits, liberal regulations, and access to global financial markets.
Bonanza IFSC provides a platform for global investments, including access to the US stock market, UK equities, ETFs, and other international financial instruments. Services include international stock trading, portfolio advisory, and demat account opening for US stocks. Indian residents (under LRS), NRIs, and OCIs can all avail of these services.
Clients can trade on top global exchanges like NYSE, NASDAQ, and London Stock Exchange across more than 22 countries.
Yes, Bonanza IFSC provides personalized research and advisory services on international investments, including insights on best US stocks to invest in, top global stocks, and current market trends.
Any eligible Indian resident under LRS, NRI, or OCI can open an international investment account. Account opening is completely online and includes KYC and compliance as per IFSCA rules.
Yes, video KYC is mandatory as per IFSCA’s digital onboarding guidelines.
Trades are settled in USD or other freely convertible currencies, making it a true global investing gateway from India.
Investor issues are resolved under the IFSCA grievance redressal framework, providing international investors with transparent dispute resolution.
Currency fluctuations can affect global investment returns. You would be hedged against INR depreciation and hence can avail full benefit of the generated returns.
Investing via GIFT IFSC exempts you from Securities Transaction Tax (STT), Commodity Transaction Tax (CTT), GST on brokerage, and Stamp Duty—making it a cost-effective.
Trading in GIFT Nifty & BSE (India INX) Sensex can be done in two trading sessions. The first trading session is from 6:30 am to 3:40 pm. The second trading session is from 4:35 pm to 2:45 am the next morning, as per IST. Investments in share market USA can be made during their market hours viz. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Standard Time i.e. 7:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Indian Standard Time.
You can trade in Indian Index Derivatives, invest in US stocks, global ETFs, and Depository Receipts. Investments can also be made in MFs, AIFs, PMS and Insurance schemes operating from GIFT IFSC.
GIFT IFSC is regulated by the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA), which provides a unified and liberal framework for international financial activity.

Indian Residents

Yes, under RBI’s LRS (Liberalized Remittance Scheme), Indian residents can invest up to USD 250,000 per financial year in international markets through NSE IFSC.
Funds can be transferred from LRS-enabled Indian banks in USD for investment in American stock market and other global markets.
Certain incomes are tax-exempt in GIFT IFSC under Section 80LA. No STT, CTT, GST or Stamp Duty is levied.
No, DDT is not applicable. Dividends are taxed in the hands of the investor as per their income slab.
Yes, income from international investments needs to be reported in your ITR, as per Indian tax laws.
Investors must file Form A2 and provide a declaration of source of funds with the bank. Annual disclosures in the income tax return are also required.
Yes, investors can access global ETFs and participate in US indices-based investment products.

NRIs

You are considered an NRI. You can invest through Bonanza IFSC by submitting valid address proof and NRI-specific KYC documents.

Passport, visa, overseas address proof, bank statement, and photographs are required. PAN may not be required.

You can repatriate funds via authorized dealer banks after submitting necessary documentation and transaction proof.

There are no prescribed limits by IFSCA. However, banks may have internal thresholds for due diligence.

Income earned may be subject to TDS in India, but exemptions may apply under DTAA.

Yes, NRIs can claim benefits under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement by submitting a Tax Residency Certificate.

NRIs can invest in global markets with tax efficiency and better diversification compared to domestic exchanges.

Yes, account access, trading, funding, and support are all available online for NRIs.

They are directly credited to the linked bank account or trading account.

You must inform Bonanza IFSC of any change in residency status to ensure compliance.

Bank & Other Charges

You can fund your account in USD and other IFSCA-permitted foreign currencies.
Charges vary by bank. Typically, INR 1,000-2,000 per transfer plus GST and forex markup are applied.
Yes, Indian residents can remit up to USD 250,000 annually under LRS. No limit for NRIs within FEMA bounds.
Generally 1-3 business days, depending on the remitting bank and currency.
Bonanza IFSC does not mandate a minimum trading balance, though a minimum funding may be advised to start trading.
Account opening is free. Maintenance charges may apply based on activity and holding.
No, Bonanza IFSC does not charge custody fees for holding international securities.
Yes, conversion spreads and charges are applicable and depend on your bank.

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