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Setting up in India: structure, approvals and compliance
A foreign company entering India has to choose a structure, meet foreign investment rules and set up local compliance. We help you with each step and continue with the ongoing filings.
Who this is for
Foreign companies and promoters planning a subsidiary, joint venture, LLP, branch or liaison office in India, and Indian companies receiving foreign investment.
Choosing a structure
Subsidiary company
A company incorporated in India and owned wholly or partly by the foreign entity.
Limited liability partnership
Available for permitted activities, subject to the foreign investment rules.
Branch, liaison and project offices
Permitted forms of presence with their own conditions.
Setting up and staying compliant
Incorporation and registrations
Company registration, tax registrations and bank account support.
Foreign exchange reporting
Filings with the bank and the Reserve Bank of India when foreign investment is received.
Tax and transfer pricing
Planning for tax on Indian operations and on dealings with the foreign parent.
Ongoing compliance
Annual filings, audit and the yearly return on foreign liabilities and assets.
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign company own 100% of an Indian company?
In many sectors, yes, but some sectors have caps or require approval. The rules depend on the activity, so we check them before you commit.
Which structure should a foreign company choose for a first entry?
There is no single answer. It depends on the activity, ownership, funding and how long you plan to operate. We compare the options for your case.
What reports are needed after foreign investment is received?
Receipt of foreign investment is reported through the authorised bank and to the Reserve Bank of India within prescribed time limits. We prepare these filings.
Contact
Write to the firm
Tell us briefly about your requirement. A partner will respond to your enquiry.