Indian Subsidiary Registration
Establish your Indian subsidiary company for foreign entities with complete FDI compliance, FEMA regulations, and RBI approvals for seamless India operations.
What's Included:
- ✓FDI Route Analysis & Approval
- ✓DIN & DSC for Directors
- ✓Name Reservation (RUN)
- ✓MOA & AOA Drafting
- ✓Company Incorporation
- ✓FEMA Compliance
- ✓RBI Reporting Setup
- ✓PAN, TAN & GST Registration
- ✓Bank Account Opening Support
What is Indian Subsidiary?
An Indian Subsidiary is a separate legal entity incorporated in India by a foreign parent company. It operates independently under Indian laws while being owned by the foreign entity. This structure allows foreign companies to establish a strong presence in the Indian market with full operational flexibility and compliance with local regulations.
Separate Legal Entity
Independent legal status under Indian laws and regulations
FDI Compliance
Fully compliant with Foreign Direct Investment regulations
Local Operations
Can operate freely in India with full business rights
Tax Benefits
Eligible for various tax benefits and incentives in India
Benefits of Indian Subsidiary
FDI Routes for Indian Subsidiary
Choose the appropriate FDI route based on your business sector and investment amount.
Automatic Route
No prior government approval required for specified sectors and limits
Key Sectors:
- •Manufacturing (100%)
- •IT Services (100%)
- •E-commerce Marketplace (100%)
- •Retail Trading (100% single brand)
- •Financial Services (varies)
- •Real Estate (100%)
- •Hotels & Tourism (100%)
- •Renewable Energy (100%)
Advantages:
- ✓Faster approval process
- ✓No government approval needed
- ✓Direct filing with RBI
- ✓Simpler compliance requirements
Government Route
Prior approval from government required for sensitive sectors
Key Sectors:
- •Defense (varies)
- •Broadcasting (varies)
- •Airlines (49%)
- •Insurance (74%)
- •Banking (74%)
- •Retail Trading (multi-brand)
- •Agriculture
- •Real Estate Business
Advantages:
- ✓Access to restricted sectors
- ✓Higher investment limits possible
- ✓Government backing
- ✓Strategic sector entry
Subsidiary vs Branch Office vs Liaison Office
Compare different options for foreign companies to establish presence in India.
| Features | Indian Subsidiary | Branch Office | Liaison Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Status | Separate legal entity | Extension of parent | Extension of parent |
| Business Activities | All business activities | Limited activities | No commercial activities |
| Liability | Limited liability | Unlimited liability | Unlimited liability |
| Capital Requirement | As per FDI norms | USD 1 million | USD 100,000 |
| Profit Repatriation | Dividend distribution | After tax payment | Not applicable |
| Approval Required | As per FDI route | RBI approval | RBI approval |
| Tax Treatment | As Indian company | As Indian company | No business income |
Registration Process
Comprehensive process to establish your Indian subsidiary with full compliance.
FDI Analysis & Route
Analyze FDI policy, determine appropriate route, and prepare for approvals if required.
DIN, DSC & Name
Obtain DIN and DSC for directors and reserve unique company name.
Documentation & Filing
Prepare MOA, AOA, and incorporation documents. File with ROC.
Post-Incorporation
Complete FEMA compliance, RBI reporting, bank account, and other registrations.
Required Documents
Comprehensive documentation required for Indian subsidiary registration.
Parent Company
- •Certificate of Incorporation
- •Memorandum & Articles
- •Board Resolution
- •Audited Financial Statements
- •Good Standing Certificate
- •Power of Attorney
- •Notarized & Apostilled documents
Directors (Indian)
- •Aadhaar Card
- •PAN Card
- •Address proof
- •Passport size photos
- •Consent letters
- •Educational certificates
- •Bank statements
Directors (Foreign)
- •Passport copy
- •Address proof (home country)
- •Consent letters
- •No objection certificate
- •Educational certificates
- •Professional references
- •Apostilled documents
India Office Setup
- •Registered office documents
- •Rent agreement/Property deed
- •NOC from landlord
- •Utility bills
- •Municipal approval
- •Property tax receipt
Ongoing Compliance Requirements
Regular compliance requirements for Indian subsidiaries.
ROC Compliance
- •Annual Return (MGT-7)
- •Financial Statements filing
- •Board meetings (4 per year)
- •Annual General Meeting
- •Director appointment forms
RBI Compliance
- •Foreign Exchange reporting
- •FDI compliance reporting
- •Annual Performance Report
- •Capital account transactions
- •Transfer pricing documentation
Tax Compliance
- •Income Tax Returns
- •GST Returns
- •TDS compliance
- •Transfer pricing documentation
- •Advance tax payments
FEMA Compliance
- •Foreign exchange regulations
- •Reporting of foreign assets
- •Compliance with sectoral caps
- •Approval renewals
- •Documentation maintenance
Audit Requirements
- •Statutory audit
- •Tax audit (if applicable)
- •Cost audit (if applicable)
- •Internal audit
- •Transfer pricing audit
Other Compliances
- •Labor law compliance
- •Environmental clearances
- •Industry-specific licenses
- •Local authority compliances
- •Professional tax
Transparent Pricing
Complete Indian subsidiary registration with FDI compliance and regulatory setup.
Complete Package
- ✓FDI Route Analysis & Approval
- ✓DIN & DSC for Directors
- ✓Name Reservation (RUN)
- ✓MOA & AOA Drafting
- ✓Company Incorporation
- ✓FEMA Compliance Setup
- ✓RBI Reporting Setup
- ✓PAN, TAN & GST Registration
- ✓Bank Account Opening Support
- ✓1 Year Compliance Support