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FCNR(B) FD & RFC FD Interest Rates

 

Stay updated with the latest interest rates on Foreign Currency Non-Resident Bank (FCNR)(B) and Resident Foreign Currency (RFC) Fixed Deposits designed to help NRIs and returning NRIs grow their foreign earnings efficiently.

 

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FCNR(B) Fixed Deposit Rates

Interest Rates (per annum) until Feb 10, 2025

 

The following rates are applicable based on the deposit amount and currency:

 

Tenure

USD

< 4L

USD

4L to < 10L

USD

10L to < 25L

USD

≥ 25L 

< 6L => 6L GBP AUD CAD
12 months - < 24 months 4.75% 5.00% 5.20% 5.10% 3.25% 3.60% 4.75% 4.40% 3.75%
24 months - < 36 months 4.00% 4.00% 4.00% 4.00% 2.75% 2.75% 4.00% 3.75% 3.30%
36 months - < 48 months 3.65% 3.65% 3.65% 3.65% NA NA NA NA NA
48 months - < 60 months 3.30% 3.30% 3.30% 3.30% NA NA NA NA NA
60 months 3.30% 3.30% 3.30% 3.30% NA NA NA NA NA

 

 

Revised Interest Rates (Effective Feb 11, 2025)

 

Tenure USD < 4L  USD ≥ 4L  SGD GBP AUD CAD
12 months - < 24 months 4.75% 5.15% 3.25% 4.75% 4.40% 3.75%
24 months - < 36 months 4.00% 4.00% 2.75% 4.00% 3.75% 3.30%
36 months - < 48 months 3.65% 3.65% NA NA NA NA
48 months - < 60 months 3.30% 3.30% NA NA NA NA
60 months 3.30% 3.30% NA NA NA NA

 

 

Premature withdrawal policy including partial withdrawal

  • Before 1 year: No interest will be paid and no penalty will be charged.

  • After 1 year: Interest will be paid at the rate applicable for the completed tenure with no penalty.

     

Important Update: Effective Jun 1, 2023, FCNR (B) Deposits will not be offered in HKD. Existing deposits in HKD due for auto-renewal will not be offered. Please contact your Relationship Manager or call Customer Care on 1800 1080 for maturity credit instructions.

 

 

RFC Fixed Deposit Rates

Interest Rates (per annum) (Effective Oct 1, 2024)

 

Tenure USD 4L ≥ USD 4L GBP
Overnight - 30 days **** **** ****
30 days - < 6 months 0.75% 0.75% 0.25%
6 months - < 12 months 1.00% 1.00% 0.50%
12 months - < 24 months 4.75% 5.00% 4.75%
24 months - < 36 months 4.00% 4.00% 4.00%
36 months 3.65% 3.65% NA

 

Premature withdrawal policy

On premature withdrawal including partial withdrawal of the RFC deposits, Interest shall be paid at the rate applicable to the amount and period for which the deposit remained with the bank, less 1% penalty. No interest is paid if the RFC Deposit is prematurely or partially closed within 1 month.

For more details, contact our Customer Care on 1800 1080 or visit any ICICI Bank Branch.

FAQs

What is the difference between FCNR(B) and RFC Fixed Deposits?

FCNR(B) FDs are for NRIs to invest in foreign currency while staying protected from exchange rate risks. RFC FDs are ideal for returning NRIs to hold their foreign earnings in India in designated foreign currencies. 

What currencies are available for FCNR(B) and RFC Fixed Deposits?

FCNR(B) FDs are available in USD, GBP, SGD, CAD, and AUD. RFC FDs are available in USD and GBP only.

Are interest earnings from FCNR(B) and RFC FDs taxable in India?

Interest earned on FCNR(B) FDs is tax-free in India, while interest earned on RFC FDs is taxable as per Indian laws

Can I withdraw my FCNR(B) or RFC FD before maturity?



Yes, premature or partial withdrawals are allowed.

For FCNR(B):

  • No interest is paid if withdrawn before 1 year.
  • After 1 year, interest is paid as per the applicable rate for the completed tenure, with no penalty. 

For RFC:

  • 1% penalty is applied on the applicable rate.
  • No interest is paid if closed within 1 month.

 

What is the minimum deposit and tenure for these deposits?

For FCNR(B) FDs:

  • Minimum deposit: USD/GBP 1,000; SGD/CAD/AUD 2,000
  • Tenure: USD – 1 to 5 years; other currencies – 1 to less than 3 years

For RFC FDs:

  • Minimum deposit: USD/GBP 1,000
  • Tenure: USD:1 month to 36 months and GBP: 1 month to less than 36 months