Choice Broking Vs IDBI Capital NRI Account Comparison

1x margin means Full SPAN + Exposure margins defined by the exchange across Equity and Derivatives (Equity F&O, currency and commodity) segments. This means the broker does not offer any additional leverage.

• Free account opening.
• Advisory services with access to a wide range of research reports.
• Convenient Mutual Fund investment through a mobile app or website.
• Dedicated relationship manager.

• Offers 3-in-1 accounts which makes the trading experience fast and smooth.
• Provides research and recommendation tips.
• Offers instant online account opening facility.
• Works as a custodial to settle equity derivatives trades for NRIs.
• Offers in-house mutual funds under different segments.
• After Market Order (AMO) facility.
• Equity SIP is available.

• Higher brokerage charges when compared to other discount brokers.
• Do not offer 3-in-1 account services.
• Do not provide an online account opening facility.

• Brokerage charges are comparatively higher than discount brokers.
• Online trading is not available to USA and Canada based NRIs.
• Offers comparatively lower interest rates on NRI savings bank account.

Choice Broking is a SEBI registered full-service broker offering trading and advisory services with a 2-in-1 account facility to the NRIs. The company offers online trading platforms to NRI for stock markets and mutual fund investments. Being a full-service broker, the brokerage charges are slightly on the higher side making it a costly broker for the NRIs. The company has a dedicated research team that provides insights on the economy and the markets along with a wide range of research reports to its clients based on its fundamental and technical analyses.

IDBI is a full-service broker offering a range of investment options to NRIs. IDBI NRI 3-in-1 Account makes stock market investment simple and hassle-free. NRIs also get RM assistance and investment advice from experts. It has a network across 40+ countries to offer NRI services. The broker also works as a custodian for trade clearance and settlement which reduces the extra cost for NRIs. IDBI is recommended for NRIs who are a casual investor and prefer convenience over the trading costs.