NRI Demat Account


What is a NRI Demat Account?

Alike resident Indians, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) can also trade and invest in Indian equities and other securities.
But, to trade and invest in the Indian Stock Markets, it is mandatory for NRIs to open a NRI DEMAT Account. A NRI DEMAT Account is a dematerialized account which holds securities in digital format. Through a NRI DEMAT Account, NRIs can invest in equities, mutual funds, ETFs and other convertible debentures

Documents required for Opening an NRI Demat Account? Before an NRI can proceed with opening of his/her DEMAT Account, he/she is required to submit relevant documents for KYC purposes. These documents act as a proof of evidence for identity and nationality of the individual. The documents required for processing an NRI Demat Account are:-

  • Valid Indian Passport/PIO Card
  • NRI Bank Account And PIS
  • PAN Card
  • Residence Status of Proof (Visa, Work Permit, Resident Card)
  • Overseas Address Proof ( Driver’s License, Electricity or Telephone Bill)s
  • Indian Address Proof (only in cases of African Nations)