SEBI eases KYC norms for NRIs, overseas citizens; allows digital onboarding from abroad

Published 04 Nov 2026, 22:06 IST

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SEBI eases KYC norms for NRIs, overseas citizens; allows digital onboarding from abroad

— The Indian Express
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Securities and Exchange Board of India has relaxed Know Your Client requirements for overseas investors. This change enables non-resident Indians, Overseas Citizens of India, and foreign nationals to onboard digitally. Individuals from FATF-compliant countries can now submit KYC details remotely…

— The Economic Times

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The Indian Express Center-Left Indian Express Group Current article 04 Nov 2026, 22:06 IST

SEBI eases KYC norms for NRIs, overseas citizens; allows digital onboarding from abroad

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The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co. 05 Nov 2026, 00:25 IST

Sebi eases KYC norms for NRIs, OCIs and foreign nationals, allows digital onboarding from overseas

Securities and Exchange Board of India has relaxed Know Your Client requirements for overseas investors. This change enables non-resident Indians, Overseas Citizens of India, and foreign nationals to onboard digitally. Individuals from FATF-compliant countries can now submit KYC details remotely…

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