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If you travelled abroad from India for the first time and had purchased foreign currency for the trip, you would likely have several questions about bringing foreign currency back to India. This blog has foreseen your thoughts and has compiled all you need to know about bringing foreign currencies to India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read: Forex Card or Cash Which is Best for International Trip?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Much Foreign Currency Can I Carry as Cash to India?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An individual entering India from abroad has no restrictions<\/strong> on bringing foreign currency. However, they are required to declare currency to the Customs Authorities under certain circumstances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. If the total value of the foreign currency in cash, bank notes, and traveller\u2019s checks exceeds USD 10,000 or its equivalent.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. If the value of the foreign currency in cash alone exceeds USD 5,000 or its equivalent.1<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      How to Declare Foreign Currency in India?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Passengers with cash that exceeds their Duty-Free allowance are required to fill out a Customs Declaration Form and use the Red Channel. They also have the option to pre-declare dutiable currency to Indian Customs through the ATITHI mobile app<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Also Read: How Much Cash Can a Traveller Take In and Out of India?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      How Much Foreign Currency Can an Indian Keep with Themself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      1. After returning from international travel, a resident Indian can retain up to USD 2000<\/strong> or equivalent as foreign currency notes, traveller’s cheques, or credit in their Resident Foreign Currency (Domestic) account. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Any excess foreign exchange as currency notes or traveller\u2019s cheques must be sold\/exchanged within 180 days from the date of return to India.2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Resident Indians can retain foreign currency as coins without limits.3<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            1. The foreign currency kept with you (below USD 2000) can be utilised for your further international travels in future.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              How to Convert Foreign Currency into Indian Rupees After Arrival in India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              You can sell your foreign currency in India to authorised dealers like banks, exchange stores, or online platforms. In addition to markup, several banks and exchange stores charge service fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Therefore, opting for an online forex aggregator is the easiest and cheapest way to convert foreign currency to Indian Rupees. ExTravelMoney <\/strong>is one among the very few online forex aggregators in India, where you can compare the rates<\/a> offered by banks and RBI-authorised exchange vendors near you and choose the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Here is a quick route map on how to sell currency with Extravelmoney;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Step 1.<\/strong> Visit extravelmoney.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Step 2.<\/strong> Choose the \u2018Sell Currency\u2019 option and enter the required foreign currency and amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Step 3.<\/strong> Enter your location, compare the quotes provided by foreign exchange stores near you, and choose the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Step 4.<\/strong> Prepare KYC documents<\/a> as instructed by our customer care executive, who shall contact you as soon as your order is placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Step 5.<\/strong> Visit your selected store and exchange your foreign currency or have it door-delivered (if the store offers this service).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Tips for Selling Unused Foreign Currency in India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n