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India’s Offshore Gateway: GIFT City’s Financial Architecture

Corporate Law : Learn how GIFT City IFSC operates, the approval process, tax benefits, compliance obligations, and why only approved SEZ units rec...

July 5, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print

GIFT City’s First Cyber Deadline Arrives soon. Is the Regulated Community Ready?

Finance : Regulated entities in GIFT City must submit their annual cyber security audit reports by 29 June 2026. The framework requires both...

June 27, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print

A New Playbook for IFSC Fund Structures: Variable Capital Company Bill, 2026

Finance : The draft IFSCA Amendment Bill, 2026 introduces Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), creating a modern fund structure with segregate...

June 16, 2026 411 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Prescribes Qualification, Experience & Mandatory Certifications for Principal & Compliance Officers of FMEs

Finance : The article explains the educational qualifications, experience requirements, and certifications mandated for Principal Officers o...

May 13, 2026 792 Views 0 comment Print

Income Tax Form 148 (Earlier Form 15CD): IFSC Unit Quarterly Remittance Statement

Income Tax : Form 148 introduces a compulsory quarterly filing requirement for IFSC units reporting all remittances to non-residents. The key t...

March 27, 2026 822 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


IFSCA Proposes Framework for Direct Listing Without Public Offer in IFSCs

Finance : IFSCA proposes a regulatory framework for direct listing without public offer in IFSCs and invites public comments by August 3, 20...

July 14, 2026 87 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Updates Registration of Insurance Business Regulations, 2021

Finance : IFSCAs updated Registration of Insurance Business Regulations prescribe registration, operations, governance and compliance requir...

July 11, 2026 282 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Proposes FCSS Compliance Framework for IBUs in GIFT IFSC

Finance : IFSCA invites comments on a draft FCSS circular requiring IBUs to use FCSS, promote real-time USD settlements, and meet customer c...

July 8, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Proposes Mandatory FCSS Usage for IBUs to Enable Faster USD Settlements

Finance : IFSCA has proposed a draft circular requiring member IBUs in GIFT IFSC to route inter-bank transactions through FCSS. The proposal...

July 8, 2026 168 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Issues Consultation Paper on Revised International Branch Campuses Regulations, 2026

Finance : IFSCA has released draft regulations for International Branch Campuses and invited public comments until 10 July 2026. The proposa...

July 1, 2026 240 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


IBUs Cannot Onboard New Customers as IFSCA Sets Compliance Deadline

Finance : IFSCA has revised its internet banking framework, giving existing IBUs until 31 July 2026 to comply, failing which they cannot onb...

June 30, 2026 198 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Amends SNRR Account Rules to Prescribe 30-Working-Day Remittance Requirement

Finance : IFSCA has amended its circular to require financial institutions to remit eligible funds received in SNRR accounts to their IBU ac...

June 19, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Mandates IFSC Banking Unit or SNRR Accounts for All Payments

Finance : IFSCA has amended its AML exemption circular to require all financial institutions, including exempt entities, to route business-r...

June 19, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA Relaxes Qualified Jeweller Norms to Boost Jewellery Exports

Finance : IFSCA removed the minimum net worth requirement for eligible SEZ units and expanded access to Qualified Jeweller status. The amend...

June 15, 2026 258 Views 0 comment Print

Common Brand Name Alone Creates Group Entity Status Under IFSCA Ship Leasing Framework

Finance : IFSCA clarified that a common brand name by itself is sufficient to establish a Group Entity relationship under the ship leasing f...

June 8, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print


IFSCA Amendment to Aircraft Lease Framework for Indian Residents

October 30, 2024 1545 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA amends the Aircraft Lease Framework for transactions with Indian residents, effective immediately. Details on requirements and fees are outlined.

IFSCA (Market Infrastructure Institutions) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

October 29, 2024 1239 Views 0 comment Print

IFSC Authority updates Market Infrastructure Institutions Regulations, 2024, enhancing governance, key personnel roles, and trading hours in financial markets.

IFSCA Circular on Retail Schemes Investment Limits

October 29, 2024 1734 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA clarifies investment restrictions for retail schemes in IFSCs, easing limits on unlisted securities and fund-of-funds disclosures.

Authorization Process for Payment Systems in an IFSC

October 23, 2024 612 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA outlines the process for entities to seek authorization for Payment Systems in IFSCs. Detailed guidelines for application submissions included.

Listing Rules for CP and CDs on IFSC Exchanges | IFSCA Circular

October 17, 2024 768 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA outlines listing guidelines for Commercial Paper (CP) and Certificates of Deposit (CD) on recognized stock exchanges in the IFSC, including eligibility and disclosure rules.

IFSCA (Registration of Insurance Business) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024

October 14, 2024 1125 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA amends the 2021 insurance regulations, simplifying application forms and reinsurance options. Changes come into effect upon Gazette publication.

IFSCA (Payment and Settlement Systems) Regulations, 2024

October 14, 2024 1284 Views 0 comment Print

Overview of IFSCA’s 2024 regulations governing authorization and operation of payment systems in International Financial Services Centres (IFSCs).

IFSCA Amends Investment Regulations for Insurance Offices 2024

October 14, 2024 1380 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA updates 2022 investment rules for insurance offices, introducing new limits for ULIP funds and DTA investments. Changes take effect from official Gazette publication.

Guidelines for IBUs on Foreign Currency Accounts Operations

October 10, 2024 969 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA issues directions to IBUs on operating Foreign Currency Accounts for residents under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme. Compliance required.

IFSCA Circular on Payment Service Provider Reporting

October 8, 2024 1008 Views 0 comment Print

IFSCA mandates reporting format for Payment Service Providers, detailing submission processes and consequences for non-compliance.

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