SEBI Mandates Rupee Payment for FPI Registration Fee, Overhauling Global Investor Compliance
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has significantly amended regulations governing Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) and Foreign Venture Capital Investors (FVCI). The regulator has moved away from a US dollar-denominated fee structure, mandating that all registration fees be paid in Indian Rupees. This critical shift updates the operational requirements for international investors looking to participate in Indian capital markets.Fee Revision Details for FPI Registration
SEBI issued a formal notification on July 3 detailing the revised fee structure. The registration fee for Category-I FPIs and FVCI applicants has been adjusted from $2,500. It is now fixed at ₹2.3 lakh.This move ensures that the regulatory compliance burden aligns with domestic payment mechanisms. These changes represent a notable transition in how international funds must comply when setting up operations within India's markets.
Key Procedural Changes for Foreign Investors
Beyond the fee structure, SEBI has mandated several updates to the FPI registration process. The common application form used by applicants has been revised. It now requires the inclusion of either the applicant's date of birth or their date of incorporation. This new requirement is specifically designed to facilitate and expedite the Permanent Account Number (PAN) allotment process for the investors.DDP Compliance Mandates Set for Foreign Portfolio Investors
The regulatory body also placed strict requirements on Designated Depository Participants (DDPs). DDPs are responsible for collecting these registration fees from FPIs. They must remit all collected fees to SEBI in INR.According to Sebi's notification, the remittance of fees must occur within five working days of being granted a certificate of registration to the foreign portfolio investor. This stringent timeline ensures quick compliance oversight and transparent fund flow management within the market infrastructure. The new provisions are scheduled to come into effect after a six-month implementation period.
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