Corporate Services · India Entry

India Entry Services establish your foreign business in India with full regulatory compliance from day one.

Entering the Indian market requires navigating a complex web of company law, FEMA regulations, RBI reporting, and sectoral approvals — our India Entry Services handle every step so your business is operational, compliant, and positioned for growth from the moment it arrives.

India is one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world, and foreign businesses are increasingly looking to establish a presence here — whether to access the domestic market, set up a manufacturing base, or build a technology hub. However, the process of entering India involves multiple regulatory frameworks: the Companies Act, FEMA, RBI master directions, sectoral FDI policies, and state-level requirements.

Choosing the wrong entry structure — branch office, liaison office, wholly owned subsidiary, or joint venture — can create significant compliance burdens, tax inefficiencies, and operational restrictions that are difficult to unwind. The right structure depends on the nature of the business, the foreign entity's home jurisdiction, the proposed activities in India, and the long-term strategic intent.

At Beyonte Compliances, we guide foreign companies through every stage of the India entry process — from structure selection and incorporation to FEMA compliance, RBI reporting, and ongoing statutory obligations — ensuring a smooth, compliant launch in the Indian market.

What Our India Entry Service Covers

Entry Structure Advisory

Advising on the most appropriate entry structure — WOS, Branch Office, Liaison Office, LLP, or JV — based on the business model, sector, and FDI policy.

Company Incorporation

Incorporating a Private Limited Company or LLP in India, including DIN/DSC applications, name reservation, MOA/AOA drafting, and Certificate of Incorporation.

Branch / Liaison Office Setup

Setting up RBI-approved Branch Offices or Liaison Offices for foreign entities — including RBI application, approval, and ongoing compliance management.

FDI & FEMA Compliance

Advising on FDI routes, sectoral caps, prohibited sectors, and pricing guidelines, and managing all FEMA filings with the RBI and AD banks.

FC-GPR Filing

Filing Form FC-GPR with the RBI within prescribed timelines following receipt of foreign direct investment and share allotment.

Tax Registration

Obtaining PAN, TAN, GST registration, and any sector-specific registrations required for the Indian entity to commence operations.

Registered Office & Virtual Office Setup

Arranging a compliant registered office address and supporting services for the newly incorporated Indian entity.

Ongoing Compliance Management

Managing annual ROC filings, RBI annual reporting, statutory audits, and GST returns for the India entity post-incorporation.

Our Process

Structure Selection & FDI Assessment

Reviewing the proposed business activities, sector, and investor profile to recommend the most suitable and efficient entry structure.

Incorporation / RBI Application

Filing the incorporation application with the MCA or, for Branch/Liaison Offices, the RBI application with supporting documents.

Capital Infusion & FEMA Filing

Receiving the initial foreign investment, allotting shares, and filing FC-GPR with the RBI within the prescribed timelines.

Tax & Regulatory Registrations

Obtaining PAN, TAN, GST, and any sector-specific licences required for the entity to commence operations in India.

Operational Handover & Compliance Setup

Setting up the ongoing compliance calendar, accounting systems, and statutory reporting framework for the India entity.

Why It Matters

✓Correct entry structure prevents costly restructuring as the business grows in India

✓FEMA-compliant capital infusion protects the foreign parent from RBI enforcement action

✓Timely FC-GPR filing avoids compounding penalties on delayed foreign investment reporting

✓End-to-end service eliminates the need to coordinate multiple advisors across disciplines

✓Local compliance expertise reduces regulatory risk for first-time India entrants

✓Proper tax registrations ensure the business can invoice, collect GST, and file returns from day one

✓RBI-compliant Branch/Liaison Office setup avoids rejection and delays from the regulator

✓Ongoing compliance management ensures the India entity stays clean for future fundraising or exit

Frequently Asked Questions

A Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) is a separate legal entity incorporated in India — typically as a Private Limited Company — that can carry out full commercial activities. A Branch Office is an extension of the foreign parent entity and can only carry out activities specifically permitted by the RBI, with more restricted scope and higher ongoing compliance requirements.

There is no statutory minimum paid-up capital requirement for a Private Limited Company in India. However, the authorised capital and initial infusion should be sufficient to cover projected operational expenses and meet FEMA pricing requirements for the proposed equity structure.

A straightforward Private Limited Company incorporation typically takes seven to fifteen working days from submission of documents, subject to MCA processing times. Branch Office and Liaison Office approvals from the RBI take approximately four to eight weeks depending on the proposed activities and completeness of the application.

No. India's FDI policy divides sectors into automatic route (no prior approval required), government approval route (prior FIPB/government approval needed), and prohibited sectors. Key restricted sectors include defence, insurance, multi-brand retail, and media. Sector-specific caps and conditions must be verified before choosing an entry structure.

Launch your India operations the right way — compliant, structured, and ready to grow.

Talk to our team about the most efficient and compliant route to establishing your presence in India.