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FCNR Account (Foreign Currency Non Resident)

An FCNR deposit account is a fixed deposit account for foreign currency that allows Non-Resident Indians to earn tax-free interest on their investment.

You can stay protected against forex rate fluctuations as your investment continues to grow in the same currency you choose to invest. Plus, you get competitive interest rates, the income earned is tax-free and you can repatriate funds to your country of residence.

Maximise your earnings

Enjoy attractive rates of interest and tax-free income on your FCNR deposits in India

Worldwide options

Six currencies available with fully repatriable deposit and interest

Easy to open and manage

Low initial deposit and 24/7 access via internet and mobile banking

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Features and Benefits of FCNR Deposit

  • Maintain your deposit in any of these six currencies: USD, GBP, AUD, CAD, SGD and HKD
  • Avail tenures ranging from 1 to 5 years
  • No minimum deposit amount
  • Deposit amount and interest earned are fully repatriable in FCNR account
  • Interest earned on FCNR account is exempt from income tax in India
  • Benefit from competitive interest rates with DBS Treasures
  • Internet banking facility ensures that you have 24-hour access to your account with fully secure and quick transactions
  • Mobile banking on-the-go from anywhere in the world
  • Bank at any of our branches when you visit India using our DBS Treasures priority services

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FCNR Interest Rates

Rates with effect from 01 Mar 2024

Tenor

USD

1Y to <2Y

5.00%

2Y to <3Y

4.00%

3Y to <4Y

0.01%

4Y to <5Y

0.01%

5Y

0.01%

Please check with your branch/relationship manager on the date of booking deposits for documentation and deposit interest rates across currencies which are subject to change from time to time.

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Deposit Terms and Conditions:

The Bank shall, on written request from all depositors, allow withdrawal of a Resident / NRO Term deposits and NRE / FCNR Deposits before the date of its maturity. The interest on prematurely withdrawn Resident / NRO Term Deposits and NRE / FCNR deposits will be paid for the period that such deposit is held, at the rate prevailing on the date of placement of such deposit or the contracted rate, whichever is lower, subject to a deduction of a 1% penalty.

However, no interest will be paid in case of NRE / FCNR Deposits prematurely withdrawn before the expiry of 1 (one) year from the date of deposit or its renewal.

Please note that pre-closure charges of 1% will be applicable on all Term Deposits booked / renewed on or after 15th April 2019.

For detail terms and conditions click here.

Eligibility Criteria

You may be eligible to open an FCNR deposit if:

  • You are an NRI (Non-Resident Indian)
  • You have a PIO card (The Person of Indian origin) / OCI card (Overseas Citizen of India)

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Documents Required to open FCNR Account

For NRI (Non-Resident Indian)

  • A valid passport
  • Proof of NRI status – Either Employment / Residence Visa copy or Work / Residence Permit
  • Address proof in India and overseas (as per the Customer Identification Policy)
  • A copy of your Indian PAN card or Form 60
  • A recent passport size colour photograph
  • Additionally for seafarers: Current work contract and copy of CDC along with the disembarkation stamp on the last page & FEMA declaration.

For PIO (Person of Indian Origin)

  • Valid passport
  • Valid PIO/OCI card or any other proof of PIO status (as per Customer Identification Policy)
  • Address Proof (Indian and overseas addresses) as per Customer Identification Policy
  • Signed and fully filled-in PIO declaration
  • A copy of your Indian PAN Card or Form 60
  • A recent passport-size colour photograph.

How to open an FCNR Deposit

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You can open a DBS Treasures FCNR Deposit either online or offline. Login to our internet or mobile banking platforms and set up an FCNR Account in seconds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I deposit funds into an FCNR deposit?

You can deposit funds into an FCNR account using your NRE account. Any interest earned from your FCNR account is tax-free.

Are premature withdrawals allowed on the FCNR FD?

Yes, premature withdrawals are allowed from your FCNR FD. However, you must remember that no interest is payable if the withdrawal is made before the completion of one year. For more information, you can read the detailed terms and conditions here.

How is the interest compounded?

Interest on an FCNR deposit is compounded on a half-yearly basis. Any interest earned on an FCNR account is 100% tax-free.

Does the FCNR account have a nomination facility?

Yes, there is a nomination facility available for FCNR accounts.

Can interest rates change during the tenure of the deposit?

The interest rate will remain fixed during the tenure of your deposit.

Can I use my NRO account to open an FCNR account?

No, you cannot use your NRO account as per the applicable regulations in India. However, you can use your NRE account to transfer funds to open an FCNR deposit.

Can I use my NRE account to open an FCNR account in a third party’s name?

No, this facility is not available for an FCNR account.

Who can open an FCNR account?

Non-resident Indians (NRIs) or people who have a valid PIO/OCI card can open an FCNR deposit in India.

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