Open NRI Account in Australia

Kotak Mahindra Bank offers a comprehensive suite of options designed for NRIs in Australia. Whether you want to manage your savings, send money home, invest in India and build long-term wealth, you can do it with confidence.

Choose from NRE and NRO savings accounts, tax-efficient fixed deposits, or FCNR deposits in AUD. You can manage your earnings, savings, and investments across currencies efficiently.

Why do NRIs in Australia choose Kotak Bank?

NRIs can access Indian banking from Australia without any hassle. Here’s what the Kotak NRI account offers:

• Seamless cross-border banking: Money transfer is effortless with competitive FX rates. Additionally, digital transactions ensure speed, convenience and control over money.
• Efficient wealth creation and currency flexibility: Grow your money in tax-free fixed deposits, save your money from currency movements with FCNR deposits in AUD and other currencies, and build wealth with investment opportunities in India.
• End-to-end financial ecosystem: All your banking needs, including investments, deposits, and loans, can be accessed through a single integrated platform.
• Always-on, trusted experience: Bank securely across time zones with a robust digital interface backed by Kotak’s NRI round-the-clock support.

Interest Rates on Kotak NRI Accounts

Kotak Bank offers a range of NRI banking and deposit solutions for customers living in Australia, including NRE, NRO, and FCNR deposits.

Check current interest rates here:

• NRE/NRO Savings Accounts
• NRE Fixed Deposits
• NRO Fixed Deposits
• FCNR Deposits

Disclaimer: Interest rates and deposit terms are subject to change as per the bank’s prevailing policies.

Which Type of NRI Account is Right for You?

The right choice depends on where your money is coming from and what you want to do with it.

*Terms and conditions apply. Subject to RBI/FEMA regulations, source of funds verification, and proper documentation. There is no limit on outward remittance of current income. Consult with Kotak for specific guidance.

Quick guide for Indians in Australia:

• Earning in AUD and sending money home? - NRE Account
• Receiving rent or pension from Indian assets? - NRO Account
• Want to keep savings in AUD without converting? - FCNR Deposit

How to Open an NRI Account from Australia

Step 1: Choose the accounts (NRE, NRO or FCNR) relevant to your needs.

Step 2: Keep your documents ready. When opening an account from Australia, you will be required to submit copies of your PAN, Passport, Address proof and status proof (Visa/PIO)*. The complete list of documents required is mentioned in a separate section below.

*Please note: Original self-attested notarized copies of Visa and Address proof will be required. You can get the documents attested from the following authorities:

• Overseas branch bank official of an Indian Scheduled Commercial Bank including Kotak Mahindra bank
• Bank official of Overseas commercial Bank of Kotak Mahindra bank. List of branches are uploaded to www.kotak.bank.in
• Notary Public abroad / Court Magistrate / Judge
• Indian Embassy/Consulate General in the country where the non-resident customer resides.

Step 3: Go to the Kotak website and click on “Apply Now” to open the account. You will be re-directed to the Kotak online account opening journey. Fill all of your personal details required and upload the documents. As part of the journey, Kotak will arrange a courier to collect the documents. Please ensure that you send the original notarized copies of your Visa and Address Proof.

Step 4: Your account will be opened once your documents are verified. Do not forget to keep your account funded.

Step 5: Once your account is activated, you get access to online banking, investment options, book FDs, etc. You can start banking in India from Australia now!

Who is Eligible to Open a Kotak NRI Account?

You can open a Kotak NRI account if you are:

A Non-Resident Indian (NRI), including PIOs, OCIs, Indian students studying in Australia, Indian government officials posted abroad, and seafarers on international vessels (as per RBI/FEMA rules). All applicants must comply with RBI and FEMA guidelines for NRI banking.

Documents Required for NRI Account Opening

Keep these documents ready before you begin your NRI account Australia application:

Identity Proof (Passport is mandatory)

NRI Status Proof

• Australian Visa
• OCI/PIO card
• Australian residence permit

Foreign Address Proof (compulsory as communication address)

• Passport/OCI/PIO card with address
• Australian Driving License
• Foreign or Indian passport with the address mentioned
• Letter issued by a foreign embassy/mission in India
• Utility bill not older than 3 months
• Rent agreement along with the latest utility bill

Indian Address Proof (if registering Indian address)

• Aadhaar card
• Passport
• Driving License
• Government-issued ID
• CDC/e-FRRO registration

Tax Compliance

• PAN card