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SEBI ReportPublished 23 Aug 2026Read time 1 minEffective 23 Aug 2026

SEBI Now Accepts Digital Signatures for Foreign Investor Registration

SEBI now accepts digitally signed Power of Attorney from foreign investors.

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What happened

SEBI (India's stock market regulator) has announced that Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) can now use digitally signed Power of Attorney documents during registration. A Power of Attorney is a legal document where one person gives another person authority to act on their behalf. Previously, physical or wet-ink signatures may have been required for this process.

Why it matters

This change is part of SEBI's broader effort to make it easier for foreign investors to register and invest in Indian markets. Easier foreign investor onboarding can increase the flow of overseas money into Indian stocks and bonds, which can affect market activity.

What to check

  • →Check SEBI's official circular dated 2026-08-23 for the exact documents and formats accepted under this new rule
  • →Find out if this change affects the investment funds or mutual funds you currently hold, as more foreign inflows can influence market prices
  • →Ask your broker or investment platform if they have updated their processes to reflect this new SEBI guideline
  • →Look at whether this change applies to any NRI or overseas investment accounts you or your family members may manage

This is general information, not financial advice. Check your own position with your lender or an adviser.

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