Overseas Investment – ODI, OPI and FEMA Guidelines (India)
Introduction
Learn how Overseas Investments work under RBI and FEMA regulations, including Overseas Direct Investment (ODI) and Overseas Portfolio Investment (OPI).
This course provides a practical understanding of how Indian individuals and businesses can invest abroad, covering eligibility, limits, reporting requirements, and compliance rules, including the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS).
It is designed for anyone involved in cross-border investments and global financial planning.
What You Will Learn
- ODI vs OPI – key differences
- Overseas investment rules under FEMA
- RBI guidelines for investing abroad
- LRS scheme for individuals
- Permitted investments and limits
- Reporting and compliance requirements
- Disinvestment and exit rules
Course Highlights
- Focus on RBI and FEMA regulations
- Covers both individual and corporate investments
- Includes LRS and ODI/OPI frameworks
- Practical explanation with real scenarios
- Useful for finance and compliance professionals
Who Should Enroll
- Finance professionals
- Business owners investing abroad
- Compliance and legal professionals
- NRIs and individuals investing overseas
- Students in finance and international business
Benefits of the Course
- Understand overseas investment rules clearly
- Avoid FEMA compliance mistakes
- Plan global investments effectively
- Manage risk in cross-border investments
- Build expertise in international finance
Course Deliverables
- Access to SIFL Learning Platform
- Study material (soft copy + audio)
- Video explanations
- Case studies
- Mock assessments
- Final certification test
Course Modules
Introduction to Overseas Investments
ODI and OPI explained
Importance in global investment
Regulatory Framework
FEMA rules
RBI overseas investment guidelines
Compliance structure
Investment Methods
ODI routes
Portfolio investments
LRS for individuals
Obligations & Reporting
Reporting requirements
Compliance filings
Responsibilities of investors
Disinvestment & Exit
Sale and transfer rules
Exit strategies
Regulatory considerations
Case Studies & Practical Scenarios
Real investment examples
Compliance challenges