How to Invest in Intel Corp Stock from India: A Complete Guide

Intel began in 1968 when two brilliant engineers, Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore, left their stable jobs to build something new. They had no guarantee of success, no huge offices, and no global brand behind them. What they did have was a clear belief that tiny silicon chips could change the world. Working from a modest set-up in California, they focused on creating memory chips that were faster and more reliable than anything available at that time.

Did you know? Intel’s factories make over 5 billion transistors every second, adding up to 150 quadrillion a year. That’s more than 20 million transistors for every person on the planet.

As of November 2025, Intel has a market valuation of USD 171.29 billion and is listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol ‘INTC.’

If you are thinking of investing in US-listed stocks, you may be wondering how you can invest in Intel stock from India. The answer is Vested.

About Intel Corp

Intel is strategically focused on regaining process leadership through its five-nodes-in-four-years roadmap. The company is targeting a breakthrough in Intel 18A technology by 2026. Its Intel Foundry Services (IFS) division is set to compete with Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung to attract external customers like Qualcomm and Amazon. The company is also leveraging AI demand, with CEO Lip-Bu Tan noting that ‘AI is accelerating demand for compute,’ highlighting Intel’s push into Gaudi AI accelerators and Xeon server processors.  

Moving to the Intel share price movement, as of November 2025, the one-year return stood at 44.1%, while over the five years, the returns were negative at 21.0%. The financials display the following:

• In 2024, Intel posted a gross profit of USD 17,345 million, a decline of USD 4,366 million when compared to the previous financial year.
• The net loss after accounting for extraordinary items and discontinued operations was USD 19,233 million. 
• Intel’s total dividend per share stood at USD 0.375 in FY2024, while in FY2023, dividends stood at USD 0.740.

Intel is facing competition from different listed US companies in various domains. For example, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) rivals it in CPUs and GPUs, NVIDIA (NVDA) in graphics and AI chips, Qualcomm (QCOM) in mobile processors, and Broadcom (AVGO) in networking and semiconductors.

Steps to Invest in Intel Shares from India

You can invest in Intel shares in the following two ways:

Direct Investment

In this, simply go to the Vested app or website and make an investment. Even if you don’t want to purchase a whole single share, you can have fractional ownership with just USD 1, which translates to around ₹87.

Indirect Investment

Instead of directly acquiring stocks, indirect investment allows you to hold Intel shares via mutual funds or exchange-traded funds, where you enjoy diversification, as other US-listed stocks are included in the portfolio as well. Vested also allows for indirect investment. 

Can Indians Invest in Intel Stock?

Yes, if you are a resident Indian, you can invest in Intel or any other US stocks under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). As per the rule, the investment amount in any overseas instrument or remittance for purposes like education, travel, or gifts to the US must not exceed USD 250,000 in total.

Another rule states that directly investing in US stocks is permissible only if you do so through Indian brokers with partnerships with US firms or through international brokerage platforms.

If you want to make a hassle-free investment in your preferred US stocks, turn to Vested. To begin with, complete your KYC on the app or the website, fund it with Indian currency, which will automatically be converted into US dollars, and that’s it, you are set to make your investment.

How to Buy Intel Stock on Vested (Step-by-Step)

Here is how to buy Intel shares from India:  

• Step 1: Visit the Play Store or App Store, depending on your phone, and download the Vested app. You can also directly sign up on the website, too.
• Step 2:  Share your details and upload scanned copies of your PAN card and other ID proofs to complete the KYC.
• Step 3: After online verification, link your bank account to the Vested app and fund your account. The app will convert your deposits into USD as per the RBI’s LRS rules.
• Step 4: Go to the search bar and type ‘INTC.’ The details of Intel stock will appear on your screen. 
• Step 5: Scroll the screen, click on the ‘Buy’ option, and then enter the amount. Since Vested permits fractional ownership, you can enter any amount you wish to invest. Once done, confirm your order.
• Step 6: Re-login, and the details of your investment will appear at the top. 

How to Sell Intel Stock

Selling Intel shares through the Vested platform requires just four simple steps:

• Step 1: Open the Vested App on your smartphone and log in using your credentials. 
• Step 2: Go to your portfolio and tap on ‘INTC’ stock.
• Step 3: Enter the number of shares you wish to redeem. You may also enter the amount in USD you wish to withdraw by redeeming your Intel holdings. 
• Step 4: Click ‘Confirm’ and the transaction will reflect in your Vested dashboard within a few seconds.

Note: You can either transfer the amount to your account or keep it in a portal to use for future investments. If you choose to withdraw, the funds may take up to two days to reflect in your Indian Bank account.

5 Things to Know Before Investing in Intel Stock

Before you invest in Intel shares, there are certain investment and taxation rules you must be aware of.

• TCS Collection: If, in any financial year, your total remittance under the LRS exceeds ₹10 lakh, a tax collected at source (TCS) of 20% on the excess amount will be applied. However, when filing your income tax returns (ITR), you can claim a refund for the same to offset the TDS on your monthly income by using Form 12BAA.
• Mandatory Disclosure: Regardless of which US stocks you invest in, disclosure in Schedule FA of your ITR is mandatory. The rule requires you to mention the date and cost of acquisition, broker details, and the total income you have earned from each investment. Non-disclosure attracts a penalty under the Black Money Act.
• Dividend Taxation: Dividends from US stocks are paid after deducting 25% withholding tax. In India, they are taxed again as per your income slab, but you can claim a foreign tax credit under the India-US Double Taxation (DTAA) by filing Form 67. While reporting this income, Rule 115 says you must convert the dividend using the SBI TT buying rate on the last day of the month before the month you receive it.
• Capital Gains: US-listed stocks are taxed exclusively in India. Short-term capital gains, when the holding period is less than 24 months, are taxed at your applicable income slab rate, while long-term capital gains with a holding period of 24 months or more are taxed at 12.5%.
• FEMA Compliance: As per the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) rules, you can invest abroad under LRS only if you are a resident individual and the investment is made in your own name. Investments in the name of a trust, partnership, company, or even a joint account with foreign nationals or NRIs are not permitted.

Conclusion 

Investing in US stocks is easier than ever. Thanks to platforms like Vested, even if you are on a tight budget, but still want to explore the US market, the platform allows you to start investing with just USD 1. The redemption and withdrawal process is also easy and quick, with proceeds from the sale credited to your Indian bank account within up to two days.