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Registration Fees

The fees structure for registration of the FPI is based on the category of the FPI
Registration Fee Structure

The registration is permanent unless suspended or cancelled by SEBI or surrendered by the FPI. A fee is required to be paid for continuance of registration for every block of three years, before the beginning of such block.

CategoryEntitiesFeeValidity
Category IEligible Foreign InvestorsUSD 2950 (USD 2,500 + 18% GST)3 years
Category IIOther Foreign InvestorsUSD 295 (USD 250 + 18% GST)3 years

Note: An FPI, wherever applicable, needs to pay the late fee of US $ 50 per day for Category I and US $5 per day for Category-II FPI within 30 days from the date of expiry of the preceding block.

Required DocumentsKYC & Regulatory Review
To continue FPI registration, submit the following to your DDP 15 days prior to expiry:
  • DDPs will review updated KYC documents as required.
  • A covering letter requesting continuance of FPI registration
  • In case the DDP receives the fee on time but KYC/due diligence is pending, registration may be continued, but further purchases will be restricted until the process is completed.
  • Applicable fees (based on the FPI category)
  • Declaration of any changes in information submitted previously to SEBI/DDP
  • If changes exist, submit:
    • Details of the changes
    • Supporting documents
  • Upon successful review, approval for continuance will be issued by the DDP on behalf of SEBI.

Renewal Fee Structure

CategoryEntitiesRenewal FeeLate Fee (if applicable)Validity
Category IEligible Foreign InvestorsUSD 2,500 + GST @18%USD 50 per day + GST @18%3 years
Category IIOther Foreign InvestorsUSD 250 + GST @18%USD 5 per day + GST @18%3 years
Late Fee Calculation: The late fee is calculated from the date of registration expiry to the date of receipt of payment by the DDP/Custodian. Re-activation must be completed within 30 days from the expiry date.
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