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As per amendment in the Income Tax Rules, PAN or Aadhaar are to be mandatorily quoted for cash deposit or withdrawal aggregating to Rupees twenty lakhs or more in a FY. Please update your PAN or Aadhaar. Kindly reach out to the Bank’s contact center on 1800 10 888 or visit the nearest IDFC FIRST Bank branch for further queries.
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A Non-Resident External (NRE) Fixed Deposit is a type of term deposit investment, specifically designed for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who wish to securely park their foreign earnings in India. This deposit is held in Indian Rupees and is fully repatriable, making it suitable for those seeking to grow their wealth while maintaining access to their funds globally. NRIs, Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) with an active NRE Savings Account can open an NRE Fixed Deposit.
Read moreIDFC FIRST Bank’s NRE Fixed Deposit stands out with its attractive interest rates, full repatriability of principal and interest amounts, flexible tenures ranging from 1 to 10 years, and tax-free interest earnings under Indian tax laws. Whether you are looking to save for future goals or simply earn more from your overseas income, our NRE FD offers a perfect blend of growth, security, and convenience—all managed through our seamless digital banking platform.
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The interest earned on NRE Fixed Deposits is completely exempt from Indian income tax, and wealth tax, helping you maximise your returns without tax liabilities in India.
Choose from a wide range of tenures from 1 year to 10 years, based on your financial needs and planning horizon.
IDFC FIRST Bank NRE FDs come with competitive interest rates, allowing your foreign earnings to grow steadily. Interest is compounded quarterly , ensuring regular returns on your investment throughout the tenure.
Ensure uninterrupted earnings by opting for the auto-renewal feature, where your deposit is renewed automatically at maturity at prevailing interest rates.
Both the principal and interest earned on your NRE FD are fully repatriable to your country of residence, providing complete flexibility and global access to your funds.
Open an IDFC FIRST Bank NRE Fixed Deposit account with just ₹1,000.
Active NRE Account holders can book NRE deposit through the following ways:
Book NRE FD online using net banking or mobile banking application.
Send an email from registered email ID to your RM.
Visit nearest branch for booking an NRE FD when in India.
Opening an NRE Savings Account online is the first step to booking your NRE FD — simple, secure, and seamless!
Click on ‘Open Account’ and enter your mobile number and Email address.
Fill in your details and upload your certified KYC documents along with photo and signature.
Your account will be opened on successful verification of the documents.
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NRE Fixed Deposits can be opened online using net banking, mobile banking application or by sending an email from the registered email ID to your Relationship Manager. On your visit to India, you may also walk in to the nearest branch for booking an NRE Fixed Deposit.
Your NRE Fixed Deposit will be maintained in Indian Rupees.
To earn interest on your NRE Fixed Deposit, it should be held for a minimum of 1 year.
The NRE deposit can be held for a maximum of 10 years.
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There is no chequebook or debit card issued with our NRE Fixed Deposits. However, we share an FD advice on your registered email ID, and the detailed Deposit advice can be viewed on your net banking and mobile banking app.
Yes, the funds held in your NRE Fixed Deposit are fully and freely repatriable (both principal and interest).
The minimum amount required for opening NRE Fixed Deposit is ₹1,000.
As per current guidelines, the principal amount as well as the interest earned on an NRE Fixed Deposit is tax-exempt in India.
The NRE deposit account can be funded through:
• Foreign Currency Remittances from overseas
• Funds from any other FCNR account or NRE FD account in any bank in India
You can add Non-Resident Indians/PIOs/ OCIs as Joint Account Holders. Resident Indians who are close relatives may be added as a second holder in the account on “Former or Survivor” basis. This would allow the second holder access to the account only post the demise of the NRI first holder.
Yes, premature withdrawal of Retail NRE Fixed Deposit is permissible. In case of premature closure of the Fixed Deposit, interest will be paid basis interest rate applicable at the time of booking the Term/Fixed deposit, for the corresponding period for which deposit has remained with the bank. Additionally, term/fixed deposit if prematurely closed, would be subject to ‘Premature Closure Penalty’ as prescribed by the Bank on the date of deposit. For details of the foreclosure, charges please click here.
Your NRE Fixed Deposit with the bank can get renewed automatically on maturity at prevailing rates if specific instructions for the same have been provided during FD booking. PAN should be updated on bank records in order renew the FD automatically on maturity.
You can access your NRE Fixed Deposit through Net Banking and Mobile Banking. Click here to log in to your Net Banking.
Yes, you can avail nomination facilities in your NRE Fixed Deposit. A nominee can be either a resident or non-resident as desired by the account holder.
NRE FD rates are computed using a fixed rate. You can choose between Simple or Compound Interest. For simple interest FD, you can get monthly or quarterly payout. In case of Compound Interest, interest on NRE deposits is compounded every quarter and paid on maturity.
If a Fixed Deposit matures and the proceeds are unpaid, the amount left unclaimed with the Bank will attract the rate of interest as applicable to Savings Accounts or the contracted rate of interest on the matured FD, whichever is lower.
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