Foreign Company Setup in India
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Foreign Company Setup in India
Foreign Company Setup in India
India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, offering vast opportunities for foreign companies to expand their operations. Setting up a business in India allows foreign investors to tap into a large consumer base, skilled workforce, and favorable government policies. However, establishing a foreign company in India involves strategic planning, legal procedures, and regulatory compliance under Indian laws.
we provide end-to-end assistance to foreign companies for business setup, regulatory approvals, tax planning, and post-incorporation compliance.
Ways a Foreign Company Can Enter India
Foreign companies can establish their presence in India through any of the following structures:
✅ Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS)
A company incorporated in India with 100% shareholding held by a foreign entity. Ideal for complete ownership and control.
✅ Joint Venture (JV) with Indian Partner
A partnership between a foreign company and an Indian entity to collaborate and share ownership.
✅ Liaison Office (LO)
Acts as a communication channel between the foreign company and Indian customers. Cannot undertake commercial or trading activities.
✅ Branch Office (BO)
Set up to carry out permitted business activities in India such as export/import, R&D, consulting, etc.
✅ Project Office (PO)
Established for executing specific projects in India, especially in construction or infrastructure sectors.
Key Advantages of Setting Up a Company in India
✅ Access to a huge and growing consumer market
✅ Skilled and cost-effective workforce
✅ Government initiatives like Make in India, Startup India, PLI schemes
✅ Liberalized FDI norms in most sectors
✅ Tax benefits and incentives in certain sectors and states
✅ Strategic location for serving Asian and Middle Eastern markets
Documents Required (Indicative)
📄 From Foreign Entity:
Certificate of Incorporation
Memorandum & Articles of Association