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Access Global Markets from a World-Class Trading Hub

Welcome to Startup Solicitors LLP at the GIFT City Global Trading Centre. Positioned as India's premier hub for international trading, GIFT City offers direct access to global commodity, equity, and currency derivative markets through its world-class exchanges. Whether you are a proprietary trading desk, a brokerage firm, or a jeweller looking to import bullion, we provide expert legal and regulatory guidance to help you establish your trading operations in this tax-efficient and high-tech ecosystem.

A Trader's Guide to Setting Up in GIFT City

Setting up a trading operation in GIFT City involves a streamlined process to get you market-ready as quickly as possible.

  • Entity Incorporation: We assist in setting up your trading entity, typically as a Company or LLP, with objects clearly defining your proposed trading activities.
  • IFSCA Licensing: We manage your application to the IFSCA for the relevant license, whether it's for a broker-dealer, trading member, or a proprietary trading desk.
  • Exchange Membership: We guide you through the process of securing membership with the appropriate exchanges, such as the India INX, NSE IFSC, or the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX).
  • Clearing & Settlement Setup: We help you establish the necessary accounts with IFSC-based clearing corporations and banks to ensure smooth and efficient trade settlement.
  • Compliance Framework: We assist in designing and implementing a robust compliance and risk management framework that meets the stringent standards of the IFSCA.

The GIFT City trading ecosystem is supported by a network of world-class institutions that ensure its efficiency and integrity.

  • India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX): As India's first international bullion exchange, the IIBX provides a transparent platform for trading physical gold and silver, and their derivatives.
  • India INX & NSE IFSC: These two international stock exchanges offer a wide array of trading products, including stock derivatives, index derivatives, currency derivatives, and commodity derivatives.
  • International Clearing Corporations: These entities act as the central counterparty for all trades, guaranteeing settlement and mitigating counterparty risk.
  • Global Custodians and Banks: A strong network of international banks and custodians operates within GIFT City, facilitating the seamless movement of funds and securities for trading operations.

GIFT City offers an unbeatable package of incentives that makes it one of the most attractive trading hubs in the world.

  • 10-Year Tax Holiday: Enjoy a 100% exemption on profits earned from your trading activities for 10 out of the first 15 years.
  • Waiver of Transaction Taxes: All trades on the IFSC exchanges are exempt from Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and Commodity Transaction Tax (CTT), significantly reducing trading costs.
  • GST Exemption: No GST is levied on services received by your trading unit, including exchange transaction fees and brokerage services.
  • Low Latency Trading: Benefit from the Tier-IV data center and co-location services offered by the exchanges, providing a significant advantage for high-frequency and algorithmic trading firms.

Our experts will help you structure your operations to take full advantage of these powerful incentives.

Success Stories from GIFT City Traders

"Setting up our proprietary trading desk in GIFT City was the best decision we made. The tax benefits and low-latency infrastructure are phenomenal. Startup Solicitors made the entire licensing and setup process incredibly smooth."

Michael Tan
Director, Alpha-Quant Trading

"As a qualified jeweller, importing gold directly through the IIBX has transformed our business. It's more transparent and cost-effective. The team at Startup Solicitors handled our IIBX membership and all the compliance perfectly."

Sanjay Patel
Owner, Shubh Jewellers

"We are a global brokerage firm, and our GIFT City office allows us to offer our clients 22-hour trading across a range of international assets. Startup Solicitors' expertise in IFSCA regulations was vital for our successful launch."

Sarah Jenkins
Head of India Operations, Global Brokers Inc.

Founder FAQs

Key Questions for GIFT City Trading

Get clear answers to common questions about trading from India's International Financial Services Centre.

What are the main products I can trade on the GIFT City exchanges?
The exchanges in GIFT City offer a wide range of products, including derivatives on major Indian and global stocks, index derivatives (like Nifty and Sensex), currency derivatives, and commodity derivatives. Additionally, the IIBX allows for trading in physical bullion (gold and silver) and bullion derivatives.
Can Indian retail investors trade on the IFSC exchanges?
Yes, under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), Indian retail investors can remit funds to the IFSC to trade in foreign stocks and securities that are not available on domestic exchanges. This provides a legitimate and streamlined way for Indians to diversify their portfolios globally.
How does the IIBX benefit a domestic jeweller?
The IIBX allows qualified domestic jewellers to directly import gold and silver without going through nominated banks and agencies. This leads to more transparent pricing, eliminates intermediary costs, and provides a secure, regulated platform for sourcing bullion that meets international standards.

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