Introduction:
Learn how External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) works under RBI and FEMA regulations and how Indian businesses raise funds from international markets.
This course provides a practical understanding of ECB eligibility, borrowing limits, reporting requirements, and compliance rules, helping you avoid regulatory errors and structure funding correctly.
It is designed for professionals dealing with cross-border financing and corporate funding decisions.
What You Will Learn
- ECB framework under RBI and FEMA
- Automatic route vs approval route
- Eligible borrowers and recognized lenders
- ECB limits, maturities, and end-use restrictions
- Loan Registration Number (LRN) process
- Monthly reporting and compliance requirements
- Managing foreign currency risk in ECB
Course Highlights
- Focus on RBI ECB guidelines and compliance
- Practical explanation of real borrowing scenarios
- Covers reporting, documentation, and approvals
- Useful for finance, banking, and corporate professionals
- Helps avoid compliance errors and penalties
External Commercial Borrowing (ECB)
You also get guidance for:
- Exam registration process
- Fee eligibility and discounts
- Documentation support
Course Modules
- What is External Commercial Borrowing
- Role in corporate financing
- FEMA regulations
- RBI ECB guidelines
- Automatic route vs approval route
- Who can raise ECB
- Recognized lenders
- FATF compliance
- Foreign currency vs INR ECB
- Permitted and restricted uses
- Infrastructure and corporate funding
- Loan Registration Number (LRN)
- Monthly ECB returns
- Documentation and filings
- Currency risk and hedging
- Interest rate considerations
- Compliance risks and penalties
Who Should Enroll
Corporate finance professionals
Bankers and financial institutions
Compliance and legal professionals
Business owners raising foreign funds
Students specializing in finance
Disclaimer: This is an exam preparation program only.
All certifications are awarded by ACI Financial Markets Association after passing the official exams.
Benefits of the Course
- Understand ECB regulations clearly
- Avoid compliance mistakes and penalties
- Structure international borrowing effectively
- Improve decision-making in corporate finance
- Build expertise in cross-border funding
Course Deliverables
- Access to SIFL Learning Platform
- Study material (soft copy + audio)
- Video explanations
- Case studies
- Mock assessments
- Final certification test
FAQs
External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) refers to loans raised by Indian entities from foreign lenders.
ECB can be raised under the automatic route or approval route based on RBI guidelines.
Yes. ECB is governed by FEMA and RBI regulations.
Eligible corporates, NBFCs, and other approved entities.
Non-compliance can lead to penalties and regulatory action.