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I did trade in cryptocurrency till it was not declared illegal in India. Now I have some currency in Koinex (Indian CC trading platform) but I'm not active on it for a very long time. What should I do?
Dear __________,
Caution Advice for account number ending _______ dealing in Virtual Currency.
We have observed that Virtual Currency transactions are reflected in your account and, as per RBI guidelines it is not permitted, thus
1: Kindly clarify the nature of these transactions by visiting the nearest branch within 30 days from date of this letter.
2: In case we do not hear from you, the bank will be constrained to restrict transactions in your account without any further reference to you.
To comply with the regulatory guidelines (RBI vide guidelines DBR.No.BP.BC.104 /08.13.102/2017-18 dated April 06,2018), the Banks are advised to exercise due diligence by closely examining the transactions carried out in the account on an ongoing basis to caution users, holders and traders of Virtual Currencies (VCs) including Bitcoins regarding risks.
RBI has also highlighted that Regulated entities shall not deal in VCs or provide services for facilitating any person or entity in dealing with or settling VCs and banks need to exit relationship with such customers.
For any further clarifications, you are requested to contact your nearest _____ Bank branch.
Dear __________,
Caution Advice for account number ending _______ dealing in Virtual Currency.
We have observed that Virtual Currency transactions are reflected in your account and, as per RBI guidelines it is not permitted, thus
1: Kindly clarify the nature of these transactions by visiting the nearest branch within 30 days from date of this letter.
2: In case we do not hear from you, the bank will be constrained to restrict transactions in your account without any further reference to you.
To comply with the regulatory guidelines (RBI vide guidelines DBR.No.BP.BC.104 /08.13.102/2017-18 dated April 06,2018), the Banks are advised to exercise due diligence by closely examining the transactions carried out in the account on an ongoing basis to caution users, holders and traders of Virtual Currencies (VCs) including Bitcoins regarding risks.
RBI has also highlighted that Regulated entities shall not deal in VCs or provide services for facilitating any person or entity in dealing with or settling VCs and banks need to exit relationship with such customers.
For any further clarifications, you are requested to contact your nearest _____ Bank branch.