To open a Mutual Fund account as an NRI, you must follow these steps:
Alternatively, many fund houses offer online application facilities for NRIs, wherein you can fill out the online application form and submit soft copies of the required documents.
To invest in Mutual Funds as an NRI, the following documents are typically required:
Proof of Identity: You must provide a copy of your passport, specifically the relevant pages with your photograph and signature.
Proof of Address: Overseas address proof, such as utility bills or bank statements, and a local address proof document, if available.
PAN Card: A copy of your Permanent Account Number (PAN) card.
KYC Compliance: Completed Know Your Customer (KYC) form.
Bank Account Details: Information on your NRE/NRO account, along with a cancelled cheque.
FATCA Declaration: Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) declaration form.
Yes, NRIs can apply for Mutual Funds Online. Most Indian Mutual Fund companies and banks offer online platforms for NRIs to invest in them. The process typically involves registering on the fund house’s website, completing the Know Your Customer (KYC) process online, and providing necessary documents such as passport, PAN card, and overseas address proof. Once registered, NRIs can select Mutual Fund schemes, make investments through their NRE or NRO accounts, and track their portfolio online. This convenient method allows NRIs to manage their investments from anywhere in the world.