Simplified Banking for Non-Residents

Manage your U.S. and India finances effortlessly with SBI California’s NRI Banking Services. Access personal and business banking solutions and send international remittances—all with competitive rates and secure transactions at any of our locations.

NRI SERVICES

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We provide NRI related services for opening of an account at various branches of SBI in India. These deposits are held in India and are accepted in accordance with Reserve Bank of India and SBI's rules for non-resident Indians. 

NRE AND NRO SERVICES

Attestation Services at SBIC

Attestation services for opening the following NRI deposit products are provided at one of our branch locations (Fees/charges/restrictions may apply):

NRE (Non-Resident External) Deposits (Not insured by FDIC)

  • Rupee denominated deposit account which can be opened by NRI's or people of Indian origin
  • NRE deposits are repatriable
  • NRE deposits can be either placed in savings/checking account or in fixed deposits
    FCNR (Foreign Currency Non-Resident) deposits (Not insured by FDIC)
  • U.S. Dollar denominated fixed deposit
  • Can also be maintained in Pound Sterling or Euro

NRO (Non-Resident Ordinary) Deposits (Not insured by FDIC)

  • Rupee denominated deposits of non-residents
  • Not repatriable
  • Income earned in India can be deposited into the account
  • Tax on interest earned is payable at source
  • Savings/Checking account or fixed deposit account
  • Can be opened jointly with a resident Indian

For all NRI Services related forms, please click here.

Resident Foreign Currency Accounts (Not insured by FDIC)
  • RFC accounts can be opened by PIOs/NRIs returning to India after staying abroad
  • Presently RFC accounts are being opened in U.S. Dollars only
  • The accounts can be converted into FCNR/NRE accounts in case the person becomes an NRI again


Whether you’re supporting family or managing investments, we can facilitate how to open an NRI account from USA, ensuring a smooth remittance experience. 

MONEY TRANSFER SERVICES

Remittance and International Transfer Options

Transferring money from the U.S. to India has never been easier. SBI California offers:

Instant Wire Transfers

Fast, secure transfers to/from anywhere in the world.

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Mobile & Online Remittance

Send money using our online banking or mobile NRI banking services.

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Competitive Exchange Rates

Get the best value when sending funds internationally.

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Easy Remittances

Set up automatic remittances for hassle-free transactions.

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SBIC ADVANTAGE

Benefits of Banking with SBI California

Banking with SBI California gives non-residents access to:

Dedicated NRI Banking Services
Dedicated NRI Banking Services

Personalized support tailored to NRIs and NRAs

Secure Digital Banking
Secure Digital Banking

Manage accounts online, anytime.

Seamless Global Transfers
Seamless Global Transfers

Fast and affordable money transfers to India

Global Access
Global Access

Withdraw and transact funds across international locations.

Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"You will have a wonderful experience at SBI (California). Staff members are polite, respectful and will make your banking experience great. Bank on them!"

O. Shukla, San Diego
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"Easy signup, smooth experience without any hassle." 

Ritesh K., Sunnyvale
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"Excellent customer service & support. I have been banking with SBI California for a long time. They are extremely helpful, very supportive, knowledgeable, professional and courteous, had a great experience. I would highly recommend SBIC." 

Sudhir D., Los Angeles
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"You will have a wonderful experience at SBI (California). Staff members are polite, respectful and will make your banking experience great. Bank on them!"

O. Shukla, San Diego
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"Easy signup, smooth experience without any hassle." 

Ritesh K., Sunnyvale
Customer Endorsements and Testimonials

Testimonials

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Here's what they're saying about their experience with SBI California:

"Excellent customer service & support. I have been banking with SBI California for a long time. They are extremely helpful, very supportive, knowledgeable, professional and courteous, had a great experience. I would highly recommend SBIC." 

Sudhir D., Los Angeles

We are here to help! Find the nearest SBIC branch and receive personalized assistance for your banking needs.

FAQs

About NRI Services

No, State Bank of India (California) is a US based Bank and a fully owned foreign subsidiary of State Bank of India. We work separately from our parent bank in India.

NRE/NRO accounts is a facility provided by State Bank of India in India. You must contact the bank in India directly for those service. For more information, please contact the US helpline no 1-866- 328-4209 or visit https://bank.sbi/web/nri/home

No, since we are a separate entity from State Bank of India, we do not provide any services for accounts with State Bank of India in India.

Yes, the following document attestation services are made available at our branch locations. 

  1. Life Certificate attestation for pension accounts with State Bank of India 
  2. NRI application and KYC document attestations 
  3. Home Loan application and KYC document attestations 

Yes, prior appointment is required for attestation purpose. Please visit https://www.sbical.com/locations-hours page for details of our branch location and hours. 

Attestation charges are applied based on the type and number of documents attested. Please visit https://www.sbical.com/policies-disclosures for pricing listed in on our Personal Banking Schedule of fees and charges. 

No, we can only provide services for attestation of the documents. We do not forward any documents to bank / branch in India on behalf of the client.

Yes. You can send money to your NRE/NRO account through State Bank of India (California). An account with State Bank of India (California) is required for completing the transfer. Please visit https://www.sbical.com/Remittances for more information.

No, we do not exchange foreign currency.

For all NRI Services related forms, please click here.

These deposits are not insured by the FDIC, or any deposit corporation outside India. These are not obligations of State Bank of India or its subsidiary offices in the USA and there is no recourse against State Bank of India branches, or its subsidiaries located outside India.

For interest rates and other information on the above deposits, please visit bank.sbi.

Please visit SBI NRI Services, the State Bank of India NRI portal, to view the details of various banking facilities offered by State Bank of India to NRIs.