External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) denominated in Indian Rupees (INR) – Mobilisation of INR

Attention of Authorized Dealers Category – I (AD Cat – I) banks is invited to the Foreign Exchange Management (Foreign Exchange Derivative Contracts) Regulations, 2000 dated May 3, 2000 [Notification No. FEMA 25/RB-2000 dated May 3, 2000], as amended from time to time, A.P. Chaussure Adidas Yeezy 750 Boost Slip Calvin Klein Outlet Bikini Calvin Klein 2016 (DIR Series) Circular No.63 dated December 29, 2011 and A.P. Adidas Ultra Boost Homme Pas Cher Slip Calvin Klein Baratos (DIR Series) Circular No. Adidas Yeezy 350 Boost Pas Cher 25 dated September 3, 2014.

2. In terms of A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 25 dated September 3, 2014, recognised non-resident ECB lenders may extend loans in Indian Rupees subject to, inter alia, the lender mobilising Indian Rupees through a swap undertaken with an AD Cat-I bank in India. To facilitate ECB lending denominated in INR by overseas lenders, it has now been decided that such lenders may enter into swap transactions with their overseas bank which shall, in turn, enter into a back-to-back swap transaction with any AD Cat-I bank in India as per the procedure given below:

(i) The recognised non-resident lender approaches his overseas bank with appropriate documentation as evidence of an underlying ECB denominated in INR with a request for a swap rate for mobilising INR for onward lending to the Indian borrower.

(ii) The overseas bank, in turn, approaches an AD Cat-I bank for a swap rate along with documentation furnished by the customer that will enable the AD bank in India to satisfy itself that there is an underlying ECB in INR (scanned copies would be acceptable).

(iii) A KYC certification on the end client shall also be taken by the AD bank in India as a one-time document from the overseas bank.

(iv) Based on the documents received from the overseas bank, the AD bank in India should satisfy itself about the existence of the underlying ECB in INR and offer an indicative swap rate to the overseas bank which, in turn, will offer the same to the non-resident lender on a back-to-back basis.

(v) The continuation of the swap shall be subject to the existence of the underlying ECB at all times.

(vi) On the due date, settlement may be done through the Vostro account of the overseas bank maintained with its counterparty bank in India.

(vii) All other Operational Guidelines, Terms and Conditions as contained in the annex to A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No.63 dated December 29, 2011 governing hedging of ECBs denominated in INR shall apply, mutatis mutandis.

(viii) The concerned AD Cat-I bank shall keep on record all related documentation for verification by Reserve Bank.

3. Comprar Boxer Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Bragas AD Category – I banks may bring the contents of this circular to the notice of their constituents and customers.

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By CA. Pankaj Kumar Mishra

CA. Pankaj Kumar Mishra (FCA, LLB, Peer Reviewer, FAFD (Forensic Auditor), M-com, B-Com (CS)) CCIA(ICAI), CCGST(ICAI), CCCAB (ICAI), CCAI(ICAI) Co-opted Member as Special Invitee of ICAI:  Carrier Counselling Committee of the ICAI for the year 2025-26.  Editorial Board of the ICAI for the year 2024-25  Direct Tax Committee of the ICAI for the year 2023-24  Research Committee NIRC of the ICAI for the year 2024-25. Visiting Faculty of:  The National Academy of Direct Taxation (NADT)  The Institute of Chartered Accountant of the India (ICAI)- (MCS)  The Institute of Cost and Management Accountant of India -Direct-Taxes Specially Acknowledged by the Direct Tax committee of ICAI:  for contribution for revising the “Guidance Note on Tax Audit Under section 44AB of The Income Tax Act 1961(Revised 2023). Brief About CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra and his Work Expertise: CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra is a Fellow Chartered Accountant with extensive professional practice in Startup and MSME Advisory Services, covering a comprehensive range of direct and indirect taxation planning, regulatory management, and strategic financial advisory. His core specialization spans tax compliance management, international taxation frameworks. Over the years, he has developed strong expertise in interpreting and applying complex tax provisions, along with managing intricate income-tax proceedings before various wings of the Income Tax Department. A significant part of his professional profile is his active representation before appellate authorities, including  Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals),  Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), and  Other quasi-judicial forums, Including GST Matters and Representation also. He has a proven track record of successfully preparing, presenting, and defending complex tax matters at various appellate stages, demonstrating strong analytical and advocacy skills. His professional journey includes handling matters such as assessments, reassessments, TDS proceedings, search & seizure-related issues, and high-value scrutiny cases. He has also led numerous due diligence assignments, including financial, tax, and technical viability evaluations for mergers, acquisitions, strategic investments, and joint ventures involving both domestic and international stakeholders. also having rich experience in business structuring, foreign exchange laws (including FEMA regulations), and foreign trade policy advisory. In addition to his practice, CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra is well-recognized for his contribution to the profession through knowledge sharing. He has delivered numerous seminars, workshops, and technical sessions at the Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) of ICAI, as well as at other professional forums across Pan-India. His sessions on taxation, startup advisory, and emerging regulatory frameworks have been highly appreciated by participants and peers. Thanks, and Regards CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra

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