
BOI RFC Term Deposit is a fixed deposit account offered by the Bank of India specifically for Returning Foreign Citizens (RFCs). RFCs are individuals who were previously Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) but have returned to India for permanent residence after spending a significant amount of time abroad (typically exceeding one year).
6.9%*
Guaranteed Plan
(by insurance companies)
(10 Years)
6.5%**
Fixed Deposits
(by SBI bank)
(5-10 Years)
6.9%***
Public Provident Fund
(other popular options)
(15 Years)
Maturity | USD | GBP |
1 Year To Less Than 2 Years | 5.35 | 4.75 |
2 Years To Less Than 3 Years | 4.00 | 2.50 |
3 Years (Maximum) | 3.35 | 2.55 |
USD | GBP |
0.10 | 0.18 |
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RFC Term Deposits are fixed deposit accounts designed specifically for Returning Foreign Citizens (RFCs).
Here's what RFC Term Deposits are:
Target Audience: RFCs are individuals who were previously Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) but have returned to India for permanent residence after spending a significant amount of time abroad (typically exceeding one year).
Account Purpose: RFC Term Deposits offer RFCs a way to invest their earnings or savings for a fixed term and earn interest on them.
Repatriation: Freely Repatriable. This means both the principal amount you deposit and the interest earned can be easily transferred back outside India without any restrictions.
Currency of Deposit: USD or GBP: You have the flexibility to deposit your money in either US Dollars (USD) or British Pounds (GBP).
Deposit Tenure: 12 months to 36 months: The minimum deposit period is 1 year and can go up to 3 years.
Interest Rate: The interest rate offered on BOI FCNR (B) Deposits is variable. The bank will advise the current rate based on prevailing guidelines, and it's also displayed on their website.
Taxation: As long as you remain an NRI classified as "Resident but not ordinarily resident," the interest earned on your deposit is exempt from Indian taxes.
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Eligibility: NRIs (Non-Resident Indians)
Individuals/entities of Bangladesh or Pakistan nationality/ownership require prior approval from RBI.
Joint account: Permitted
*All savings are provided by the insurer as per the IRDAI approved
insurance plan. Standard T&C Apply
+ Trad plans with a premium above 5 lakhs would be taxed as per
applicable tax slabs post 31st march 2023
#Discount offered by insurance company
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