What's in store for you
Yes, you can open an HDFC Bank NRE FD jointly with another NRI. You can add Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) as joint account holders. Additionally, resident Indian close relatives can be added as second holders on a "former or survivor" basis. They can access the account only after the demise of the NRI first holder
NRE Fixed Deposit Accounts with HDFC Bank are tax-free in India; both the principal and interest earned are exempt from taxation.
You are eligible if you are a non-resident individual of Indian nationality or a Person of Indian Origin (PIO).