Foreign Company Registration Services – S.P. Gautam & Co.

Expanding a business into India requires a thorough understanding of local legal, tax, and compliance regulations. At S.P. Gautam & Co., we provide end-to-end foreign company registration services to help international businesses establish their presence in India seamlessly.

Whether you are setting up a subsidiary, liaison office, branch office, or wholly owned subsidiary, we ensure a smooth registration process, regulatory compliance, and financial advisory to support your business growth.

Types of Foreign Company Registration in India

1. Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS)

A foreign company can establish a 100% owned subsidiary in India under the Companies Act, 2013. This is ideal for businesses looking for complete control over operations.
Key Features:

• Can operate as a Private Limited Company
• Requires at least one Indian director
• Subject to corporate tax and compliance regulations

2. Liaison Office (LO)

A Liaison Office helps foreign companies establish a representative presence in India without conducting commercial operations.
Key Features:

• Cannot generate revenue or engage in trade
• Requires RBI and government approval
• Useful for market research and networking

3. Branch Office (BO)

A Branch Office allows foreign companies to conduct business activities in India while remaining part of the parent company.
Key Features:

• Can conduct commercial activities, export/import, consultancy, and R&D
• Cannot engage in manufacturing (but can subcontract)
• Requires approval from RBI and MCA

4. Project Office (PO)

Foreign companies that have secured a project in India can establish a temporary Project Office to execute their contractual obligations.
Key Features:

• Only allowed for specific projects approved by Indian regulatory bodies
• Cannot undertake business outside the project scope
• Subject to FEMA and RBI regulations

Step-by-Step Process for Foreign Company Registration in India

Step 1: Choose Business Structure

Decide whether you need a subsidiary, liaison office, branch office, or project office, based on your business goals.

Step 2: Obtain Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and Director Identification Number (DIN)

All company directors must obtain DSC and DIN for online registration.

Step 3: Name Approval from MCA

Reserve the business name through the RUN (Reserve Unique Name) service of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

Step 4: Apply for Incorporation

File the SPICe+ form for incorporation along with:

• Memorandum of Association (MoA) & Articles of Association (AoA)
• Proof of registered office address
• Directors’ and shareholders’ KYC documents

Step 5: Obtain Tax and Compliance Registrations

After incorporation, apply for:

• PAN & TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Number)
• GST registration (if applicable)
• FEMA compliance approvals (for foreign exchange transactions)

Step 6: RBI and FEMA Compliance

Depending on the business type, regulatory approvals from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) may be required.

Why Choose S.P. Gautam & Co. for Foreign Company Registration?

✅ Expert Guidance – Comprehensive advisory for a smooth registration process
✅ Regulatory Compliance – Assistance with RBI, FEMA, MCA, and SEBI regulations
✅ Hassle-Free Process – End-to-end documentation and legal support
✅ Tax & Financial Advisory – Ongoing support for taxation, accounting, and compliance