NRI Trading in Equity Delivery and F&O with One Account

Can NRIs trade in both equity delivery and F&O with a same account?

Yes, NRIs are permitted to trade in both Equity Delivery and Futures & Options (F&O) through a single account. This is achievable by opening an NRO Non-PIS account. For a step-by-step guide on establishing an NRO Non-PIS account, we encourage you to consult our dedicated article here.




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