By Lal Singh Investing globally has never been more accessible to the majority of investors, and Apple Inc (AAPL) is among the most appealing investments to the Indian market in 2026. Apple provides a chance to diversify your portfolio abroad because of its innovative features, strong brand, and stable financial results. If you’ve been wondering how to buy Apple shares in India, this guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach while keeping regulations, taxes, and platform choices in mind.
Why Apple Stock Appeals to Indian Investors
It is still one of the most valuable companies in the world with a market capitalization of more than $3 trillion. Its product portfolio, such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and the services such as the iCloud and Apple Music, are generating consistent incomes and profits. Apple is listed in USD and it offers Indian investors exposure to an international brand and natural hedge against the depreciation of INR because it is traded in USD.
Customer loyalty is also a business asset that contributes to long-term growth. About 90% of iPhone users repurchase the Apple products again, making the brand strong even in the time of fluctuations in the market. Analysts forecast that Apple services will achieve over $120 billion in revenue in the year 2026 and allow additional expansion through AI, AR, and wearable technology innovations.
Step 1: Choose a Reliable Platform
In order to purchase Apple stock in India, you need to access exchanges where U.S. stock can be traded under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This program allows Indian nationals to send up to $250,000 per year to make foreign investments.
The most famous ones are Vested, Winvesta, Groww, INDmoney, and Cube Wealth. During the choice of platform, look for:
- RBI compliance
- Live access over to U.S. exchange markets such as NASDAQ
- Small-scale investments in the form of fractional shares
- Open exchange rates and low-cost charges
Step 2: Complete KYC and Fund Your Account
Once you choose a platform, complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) or submit your PAN, Aadhaar, and address documentation. Connect your Indian bank account to remit money and complete any necessary descriptions, in this way, for example, Form A2 under LRS.
After that, transfer INR to the platform and it will turn it into USD. Most of the minimum remittance begins at ₹5,000-₹10,000. Bank costs or currency exchange costs are to be expected, all about 0.5-1.5%. The money is often deposited in your USD account in 1-2 business days.
Step 3: Search, Select, and Buy Apple Shares
Open an account in any platform of your choice and do a search for Apple with its ticker symbol AAPL. Determine whether to purchase full or fractional shares. You can have a market order to buy at the current price or have a limit order to put your desired price. The performance of Apple in USD and INR can also be tracked on most platforms.
For beginners, using dollar-cost averaging can reduce market timing risks. This plan means setting aside a standard number of shares to fund each period, so that you can purchase more shares at a low and fewer shares at a high to even out the highs and lows of the stock market.
Step 4: Understand Taxes and Legalities
It is fully legal to invest in Apple with the LRS of the RBI. Vested and Winvesta platforms are safe and legal because they use FEMA and RBI regulations.
Be aware of tax implications:
- Tax Collected at the source (TCS): 20% on the remittance of an amount that exceeds ₹7 lakh per year.
- Capital Gains: Short run gains are taxed at 15, long term gains that are indexed at 20.
- Dividends: Subject to 25% U.S. withholding tax; you can claim relief under India-U.S. DTAA
All foreign assets should be stated in your Schedule FA of Indian income tax return even without any profit earned.
Conclusion
Buying Apple shares in India in 2026 is now straightforward, thanks to RBI-approved platforms and clear procedures. You can enter the world of one of the most innovative companies in the world confidently by selecting a trusted platform, performing KYC, depositing your account, and learning about taxes.
The globalization, financial health and innovation give Apple a smart option should strategic investment be taken by Indian investors in their international diversification. Begin small, use a disciplined investment strategy and make your portfolio grow with this tech giant.