COMPLAINT HANDLING AND GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL POLICY

Last updated on 24-October-2025 Version: 1.0

This Complaint Handling and Grievance Redressal Policy ("Policy") outlines the principles and procedures adopted by Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Pvt. Ltd. ("Betafront", "Belong" or the "Company") to ensure prompt, fair, and effective handling of complaints and redressal of grievances of retail consumers.

This Policy has been formulated in accordance with the requirements prescribed by the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) under Circular No. F. No. IFSCA-LPRA/3/2024-Legal and Regulatory Affairs, dated December 02, 2024.

This Policy has been reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors of Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Pvt. Ltd.

OBJECTIVE AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

At Belong, customer satisfaction is central to our mission and operational philosophy. This Complaint Handling and Grievance Redressal Policy ("Policy") has been designed to provide a structured framework for the timely, fair, and effective resolution of consumer grievances, while fostering trust and transparency in our relationship with clients.

This Policy is guided by the following core principles:

1. All initiatives and strategies developed by Betafront are made with the customer as the prime focus.

2. All customers are always treated fairly and in an unbiased manner/ without bias.

3. Complaints raised by customers shall be dealt with courtesy and resolved in a timely manner.

4. All employees at Betafront must work in good faith and without prejudice to the interests of the customers.

5. Customers will be informed of avenues to escalate their complaints within the organization, and their rights in cases when their complaints are not resolved in a timely manner or when they are not satisfied with the resolution of their complaints.

6. To comply with the regulatory guidelines as required for this function.

COMPLAINT HANDLING PROCEDURE

1. Receipt and Recording of Complaints

Betafront is committed to ensuring that all customer complaints are received, acknowledged, and recorded through accessible and transparent channels.

Complaints may be submitted by consumers through any of the following modes:

(i) Physical letters

(ii) Email

(iii) Telephone

(iv) In-person visits

All complaints are centrally handled by the Customer Service Department - Level 1, at the Company's corporate office to ensure consistency, traceability, and accountability in grievance management.

● Anonymous complaints (excluding legitimate whistleblower complaints) will not be addressed under this Policy.

● The Company reserves the right to either resolve or reject a complaint. In cases of rejection, the reasons will be communicated to the complainant in writing.

For quick resolution, customers may contact Betafront through the following channels:

Level 1

Customer Care (Weekdays: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM IST)

Phone: +91 70226 26790

Email: support@getbelong.com

2. Complaint Redressal Mechanism

(i) The Company endeavours to resolve complaints at the first point of contact, i.e., through its Customer Service Department, within 15 (fifteen) days of receipt.

(ii) In case a customer is dissatisfied with the response or if the complaint is not resolved within the defined timelines, the matter may be escalated to the Complaint Redressal Officer (CRO) - Level 2 - by writing to:

Level 2 Escalation

Aryan Sham Deshpande

Complaint Redressal Officer (CRO)

Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Pvt. Ltd.

Unit 109, Pragya Accelerator 2, Building 15B, Block 15, GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India 382355

Email: grievance@betafront.tech

(i) The CRO endeavours to resolve or reject the complaint preferably within 15 days, and in exceptional cases, within 30 days from the date of receipt.

(ii) The combined turnaround time for resolution under Level 1 and Level 2 of the grievance redressal process is 30 (thirty) days from the date of receipt of the complaint.

(iii) Each complaint will be reviewed on its individual merits. Upon:

(a) Acceptance: A written acknowledgment will be issued within 3 working days.

(b) Rejection: A written intimation including specific reasons will be provided within 5 working days.

(iv) Customers must reference their registered email ID, contact number, or relevant identifiers (e.g., application number, account number, complaint reference number) in all correspondence related to the grievance.

APPEAL MECHANISM / ESCALATION FRAMEWORK

3.1 Level 3 – Escalation to Complaint Redressal Appellate Officer (CRAO)

If a complainant is dissatisfied with the resolution provided by the Company or the Complaint Redressal Officer (CRO) at Level 2, or if the complaint has been explicitly rejected, the complainant may escalate the matter by filing an appeal with the Complaint Redressal Appellate Officer (CRAO) - Level 3 - within 21 (twenty-one) days from the date of receipt of the CRO's decision.

Upon receipt of an escalation, the Company shall:

● Complaint or grievance will be acknowledged via email within 2 (two) working days.

● A written resolution or closure response, including rationale for acceptance or rejection will be provided within the prescribed timeframe.

The Company has appointed the following senior official as the CRAO:

Level 3 Escalation

Ms. Savitri Bobde

Director & Complaint Redressal Appellate Officer (CRAO)

Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Pvt. Ltd.

Unit 109, Pragya Accelerator 2, Building 15B, Block 15, GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India 382355

Email: savitri@betafront.tech

The CRAO endeavours to provide a final resolution within 30 (thirty) days from the date of receipt of the appeal.

3.2 Escalation to the Regulatory Authority (IFSCA)

Where the complainant remains unsatisfied after exhausting the Company's internal escalation channels (Level 1, 2 & 3), they may lodge a complaint with the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA).

Such complaints must be submitted within 21 (twenty-one) days from the date of receipt of the final response from the Company.

Regulatory Complaint Submission

Email: grievance-redressal@ifsca.gov.in

MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS

Belong may store comprehensive and verifiable records for each complaint received and processed, in accordance with applicable regulatory and operational standards.

ROLE OF COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Compliance Officer of Belong is responsible for handling and disposal of complaints in accordance with the regulatory requirements specified by the IFSC Authority.

REPORTING AND DISCLOSURE

The Company is committed to maintaining transparency and accountability in its grievance redressal framework.

The Complaint Handling and Grievance Redressal Policy, along with data pertaining to complaints received, resolved, rejected, and pending during the financial year, will be published under the section titled "Complaint Handling and Grievance Redressal" on the Company's official website: www.getbelong.com

POLICY REVIEW AND REVISION

This Policy is subject to periodic review and revision in line with regulatory developments, industry best practices, and operational requirements.

The Company will conduct regular assessments of both the Policy and the effectiveness of the grievance redressal mechanism at various levels of management. Based on such evaluations or in response to revised directives issued by the Authority (IFSCA) or any other competent authority, necessary amendments shall be made.

The Board of Directors of the company has the authority to approve and implement any changes, modifications, or enhancements to this Policy from time to time.

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Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Pvt. Ltd., a licensed PSP under IFSCA in GIFT City

IFSCA - PSP Authorisation No: IFSC/PSP/2025-26/003

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Partner Bank: RBL

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About Belong

Who are we?

Belong is a one-stop financial app for NRIs to save and invest in India seamlessly via GIFT City.

Our products

Belong’s first product is a high interest USD-based Fixed Deposit in partnership with a GIFT City based Indian bank.

Features of the Belong USD Fixed Deposit:

  • Tax-free returns
  • No NRE/NRO bank account needed
  • Easily withdraw to overseas or Indian account
  • Safety from INR depreciation

How does the Belong app work?

  • A 5-minute onboarding on the Belong app
  • Doorstep paperless KYC in UAE and Qatar
  • Transfer money from your overseas bank account to create the FD

Our Tools – Smart Financial Tools Built for NRIs

Belong helps NRIs to make smarter financial decisions. We have built a suite of tools specifically for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to make tax planning, investment comparison, and compliance easier.

1. NRI Fixed Deposit (FD) Comparison Tool

The NRI FD comparison tool helps NRIs compare various FD rates across NRE, NRO, FCNR and GIFT City fixed deposits offered by leading Indian banks such as HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, SBI Bank, Axis Bank and many more at a glance.

2. Residential Status Calculator

Use our Residential Status Calculator to easily determine your income tax classification in India. Whether you're a Resident, Non-Resident Indian (NRI) or Resident but Not Ordinarily Resident (RNOR), knowing your correct status is essential for accurate tax filing. This tool helps you know your status with a few quick questions, helping you stay compliant with Indian tax laws.

3. Compliance Compass

Stay on top of your financial compliance in India with Belong’s Compliance Compass, a quick and easy tool designed for NRIs, RNORs, and OCI holders to check whether they are following all the necessary rules across banking, investments and taxation.

4. GIFT Nifty Live Tracker

A tool designed to track the GIFT Nifty index in real-time, reflecting the performance of Indian equity markets. With over 20 hours of market activity each day, this tracker provides global investors with continuous insights into the Indian stock market, making it an essential tool for monitoring market trends and making informed investment decisions.

What are the other products in the pipeline?

In the future, Belong will offer other financial products to NRIs such as foreign currency savings accounts, credit cards, mutual funds and stocks.

Why choose Belong?

  • It was started by fintech experts with more than 15 years of experience in the field.
  • It is built solely for NRIs keeping their unique challenges and requirements in mind.
  • Belong itself, and all products offered/to be offered on Belong, are regulated by trusted Indian regulators.
  • The Belong app is operated by Betafront Technologies Pvt Ltd and its subsidiary, Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Private Limited which is a licensed Payments Services Provider (PSP) under International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) in GIFT City.
  • USD fixed deposits to be provided on Belong app are by branches of trusted India banks present in GIFT City. These banks are regulated by IFSCA in GIFT City as well as by RBI.

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Belong app is operated by Betafront Technologies Pvt Ltd and its subsidiary, Betafront Financial Services (IFSC) Private Limited which is a licensed Payments Services Provider (PSP) under International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) in GIFT City.

USD fixed deposits to be provided on Belong app are by branches of trusted India banks present in GIFT City. These banks are regulated by IFSCA in GIFT City as well as by RBI.

Interest rates are provided by our bank partners. Estimates for time periods greater than 1 year are based on reinvestment at current rates.

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