An Authorised Dealer is a bank or financial institution authorized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to deal in foreign exchange under applicable regulations. Authorised Dealers play an important role in facilitating international payments, export and import transactions, foreign remittances, and foreign exchange services. Understand their responsibilities, regulatory framework, and role in ensuring compliance with FEMA guidelines.
If you export or import services from India, compliance paperwork under FEMA has long been a pain point, especially for freelancers, consultants and small businesses. On 2 November 2026, the Reserve Bank of India issued Notification No. FEMA 23(R)/(2)/2026-RB, the…