Foreign Company Setup

India is one of the fastest-growing economies, offering foreign investors access to a vast consumer base, a skilled workforce, and supportive government policies. By setting up a Foreign Company in India, businesses can expand operations, tap into new markets, and benefit from competitive tax rates.

✅ 100% foreign ownership allowed in most sectors
✅ Limited liability protection for the parent company
✅ Access to India’s booming market & skilled workforce
✅ Government incentives & tax benefits for foreign businesses

✅ Wholly Owned Subsidiary – Ideal for MNCs looking for complete control over operations.
✅ Joint Venture (JV) – Partnership between a foreign entity & an Indian business.
✅ Branch Office – Suitable for foreign companies looking to undertake R&D or export activities.
✅ Liaison Office – Best for foreign businesses wanting to explore the Indian market without direct sales.
✅ Project Office – For foreign businesses executing specific projects in India.

✅ 100% FDI Allowed: Most sectors allow full foreign investment without restrictions.
✅ Limited Liability: Protects the parent company from subsidiary liabilities.
✅ Separate Legal Identity: Operates as an independent corporate entity.
✅ Tax Benefits: Competitive corporate tax rates & exemptions for foreign businesses.
✅ Repatriation of Profits: Foreign companies can legally repatriate earnings.
✅ Access to Government Incentives: Various benefits for manufacturing, tech, and service sectors.

✅ Step 1: Choose the Business Structure – Select between Subsidiary, JV, Branch Office, etc.
✅ Step 2: Name Approval – Reserve a unique company name with MCA approval.
✅ Step 3: Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) – Required for online filings.
✅ Step 4: Director Identification Number (DIN) – Obtain DIN for foreign & Indian directors.
✅ Step 5: MOA & AOA Drafting – Define company objectives & operational framework.
✅ Step 6: Company Incorporation – Submit required documents to MCA.
✅ Step 7: RBI & FDI Compliance Filing – Ensure adherence to foreign investment laws.
✅ Step 8: Tax Registrations – Obtain PAN, TAN, and GST registrations.
✅ Step 9: Bank Account Opening – Open a corporate bank account in India.

For Foreign Director (Individual)

✅ Copy of Passport
✅ Copy of Address proof – Driving License or Other Local ID Proof
✅ Copy of Bank Statement/Mobile Phone/Landline Telephone Bill
✅ Copy of Business Visa and Proof of Stay in India
✅ Latest Photograph not more than 6 Month old

NOTE: All the above documents Must be in English or Translated into English and should be notarized by a Public Notary and Appostilled/Consularized by the Competent Authority of the Foreign Country.

For Foreign Company (if Applicable)

✅ Copy of Memorandum of Association, Article of Association or Bye Laws (by Whatever name called) of Foreign Company.
✅ List of Director and Shareholder of Foreign Company
✅ Tax Identity documents of Foreign Company
✅ Latest Bank Statement of Foreign Company
✅ Latest Audited Financial Statement of Foreign Company
✅ Latest Networth Certificate of Foreign Company
✅ Copy of Passport, Local Id proof and Latest Bank Statement or Utility Bill of All the Directors and Shareholders of Foreign Company

NOTE: All the above documents Must be in English or Translated into English and should be notarized by a Public Notary and Appostilled/Consularized by the Competent Authority of the Foreign Country.

For Indian Directors

✅ PAN Card Copy Self Attested
✅ Aadhaar Card Copy Self Attested
✅ Passport-size Photograph
✅ Latest Bank Statement or Mobile Bill or Electricity Bill or Other Utility Bill not more than 2 Month old.

For Indian Corporate Shareholder (if Applicable)

✅ PAN, COI, MOA, AOA, Latest Bank Statement Copy
✅ Board of Director Resolution for being Shareholder and Authorization of Director
✅ Latest Bank Statement
✅ All the Director’s PAN, Aadhaar, Photograph and Latest Bank Statement

NOTE: All the above documents must be signed by Authorized Director of the Company before Submission to Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

For Registered Office Address in India

✅ Proof of Registered Address – Lease Deed or Rental Agreement
✅ Copy of Latest Utility bill of the Offices Premises – Electricity/Landline telephone/Gas Bill – not older than two months.
✅ No Objection Certificate from the owner of the premises
✅ PAN/Aadhaar copy of owner in case of Individual ownership or COI and PAN copy in case of Corporate Ownership of the Office Premises.

✅ Registration costs vary based on business structure & industry sector.
✅ BizSetups offers customized registration packages—contact us for details!

Setting up a Foreign Company in India involves complex compliance requirements, RBI & FDI approvals, and tax regulations. At BizSetups, we provide a one-stop solution for foreign business setup, ensuring a smooth and legally compliant entry into the Indian market.

✅ 100% Online & Paperless – No physical paperwork needed
✅ Legal & Compliance Experts – Professional assistance at every step
✅ Quick Processing – Get your company registered in 7-12 days
✅ Transparent Pricing – No hidden fees
✅ Dedicated Support – Complete guidance on RBI, MCA & FDI regulations

Bizsetups can help you for Complete Business Setup in India

✅ Business Registration – with Ministry of Corporate Affairs in India
✅ Business Address, Factory – Bizsetups can help you to take Factory or Business Office Address on Lease/rental.
✅ Factory Compliance – Get Fire Compliance, Pollution Compliance, Labour Law Compliance etc. with Bizsetups
✅ HR & Payroll Services – Bizsetups can help you to Hire Employee, Manager their Payroll,    Compliance with Provident Fund and Employee State Insurance.
✅ FEMA/FDI Compliance – Compliance with RBI for Investment in India.
✅ Accounting & Bookkeeping – Bizsetups will help you to do Accounting in Zoho Books or Tally or SAP.
✅ Annual compliance – Compliance with various Laws in India as applicable according to your Business Structure and Products or Services.