Trade Global Stocks Directly from India via BSE’s GIFT City Platform

India INX Global Access IFSC Limited (India INX GA) is a wholly owned subsidiary India International Exchange (IFSC) Limited (India INX), operates from GIFT City. India INX is by setup by BSE Ltd. in year 2017. India INXGA is a IFSCA regulated ‘Global Access Provider’ enabling Indian investors to access global financial markets through a single, centralized interface. India INX GA provides seamless access to US equities and ETFs, with a steadily expanding universe of global markets and investment products.

From fractional investing in global leaders like Apple and NVIDIA to a fully digital, paperless onboarding journey, INX GA is purpose‑built to make global investing simpler, transparent, compliant, and accessible for Indian and international investors.

As one of the earliest platforms India INX GA offers access to:

• US equities & ETFs
• Global stocks & ETFs
• Global mutual funds
• Bonds, derivatives and other products

Key Features

• Access to 150+ exchanges globally: Single platform to invest in stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, and more from around the world

• Fractional investing: Buy a fraction of high-priced US shares invest as little as a few dollars in Apple, Nvidia, or Microsoft etc
• Zero account-opening charges: No account-opening fee and no annual maintenance charges for eligible plans
• Fully paperless onboarding: Digital account opening with PAN/Aadhaar-based KYC and paperless fund transfers
• Free trading platforms: Free mobile app, browser-based platform, and desktop TWS (Trader Workstation)
• LRS compliant: Investments made under RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme ($250,000 annual limit per individual)
• SIPC insurance coverage: US investments benefit from SIPC insurance protection as per US regulations
• Real-time pricing: Live market data and portfolio tracking in US dollars
• Multiple brokerage plans: Flexible plans for resident individuals, NRIs, corporates, AIFs, and fund managers

Products Available

US Stocks & ETFs

Invest directly in US-listed equities and exchange-traded funds with real-time access and market insights. Fractional shares allow you to invest regardless of the share price, enabling participation in the world's largest and most liquid financial market.

Global Stocks & ETFs

Beyond the US, India INX GA is building access to equities and ETFs across multiple international markets, with coverage spanning multiple exchanges globally. This allows you to diversify your portfolio across geographies and asset classes from a single centralized platform.

Global Mutual Funds

India INX GA is planning to provide access of global mutual funds and UCITS. This product is designed for investors seeking professionally managed global exposure tailored to their risk profile and investment goals.

Derivatives, Bonds & Structured Products

To broker dealer entities operating within GIFT City's IFSCA framework, India INX GA also facilitate access to derivative contracts trading on global exchanges, structured products, and other financial instruments as permitted by IFSCA to GIFT based entities.

Note: Crypto-assets and instruments with crypto as underlying are not permitted in GIFT IFSC.

Who Can Invest?

• Individual residents in India (under RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme)

• Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and foreign residents
• Foreign corporates
• GIFT IFSC entities
• AIFs, PMS, and AMCs
• Indian entities hedging commodity exposure (as per RBI circular)

LRS Limit: USD 250,000 per individual per financial year (combined across all overseas investments).

Benefits

For Retail Investors

• Global diversification: Direct access to the global markets.
• Fractional investing: Own a piece of high-priced stocks like Apple or Nvidia without buying full shares
• Single platform: 150+ exchanges accessible from one centralized account
• Banking & PSP tie-ups: Better user experience with lower cost
• GIFT City IFSC advantages: Product offerings regulated by GIFT based Indian regulator IFSCA.

Platform Advantages

• Backed by Indian Exchange: India International Exchange brings institutional credibility and regulatory standing
• SIPC insurance: US investments protected by SIPC (Securities Investor Protection Corporation) coverage
• Multiple broker partnerships: ViewTrade IFSC, Interactive Brokers LLC and others for best-in-class execution
• Mobile Application: User friendly mobile application of India INXGA is available on play store

Risks to Consider

• LRS annual cap: USD 250,000 limit applies to all overseas investments combined
• Market Risk: Investment in capital market subject to market risk.
• Currency risk: USD-INR volatility may affect INR-denominated returns
• TCS on LRS remittances: 20% TCS applicable on remittance of more than Rs 10,00,000 (reclaimable against tax liability)
• US withholding tax: Applicable on dividends from US stocks; treaty benefits available for non-US citizens
• Trading hours mismatch: US markets trade 7:30 PM – 2 AM IST; however, pre-market order can be placed during Indian trading hours
• Investor protection limits: Exchange investor protection funds (GIFT/Indian) are not available for global access products
• Introducer model: INX GA acts as referrer/introducer clients are onboarded with international brokers on fully disclosed basis. Trade execution, settlement, and custody are handled by introduced brokers
• Regulatory changes: LRS policy, IFSCA framework or US regulations may change

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What products are available now? 

US equities and ETFs are live. Global stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds are being added progressively for retail individual clients form India. For corporate clients all major markets and products are available. The platform covers 150+ exchanges globally.

Q2: What is the minimum investment?

No fixed minimum — fractional trading lets you start with just a few dollars in global stocks.

Q3: Does the LRS $250K limit apply?      

Yes. The standard RBI LRS limit of USD 250,000 per individual per financial year applies for resident Indian Investors.

Q4: Do I need a foreign demat account?

No. Foreign brokers hold stocks in street name.

Q5: Can NRIs participate?           

Yes. NRIs and foreign residents are eligible to open accounts with India INX GA.

Q6: How fast is account activation?       

Account verification takes up to 2 business days after documents are submitted. Trading enables post-verification and funding.

Q7: Is SIPC insurance available?

Yes. US investments through partner brokers benefit from SIPC insurance coverage as per US regulations.

Q8: Who handles trade execution?        

INX GA acts as an introducing broker/referrer. Execution, settlement, and custody are handled directly by introduced brokers (View Trade IFSC, Interactive Brokers LLC, etc.).