Lawcify guides foreign and domestic promoters in choosing the right structure and setting up business operations in India.
We recommend suitable options like subsidiary, joint venture, LLP or liaison/branch office based on your plans.
Lawcify handles name approval, incorporation, PAN, TAN, GST and sectoral approvals where needed.
We assist in opening bank accounts, bringing in FDI capital and completing RBI and FEMA compliances.
Lawcify guides you on ongoing accounting, payroll, tax and secretarial compliances after setup.
Set up and scale your business in India with full regulatory and practical support from Lawcify.
India Entry Advisory helps promoters – especially foreign investors – choose the right structure, complete registrations and start operations in India with clarity.
Lawcify guides you on entity type, approvals, banking, capital infusion and ongoing compliance so that your India journey starts on a strong base.
India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world and a preferred destination for companies planning business expansion, outsourcing, technology adoption or investment-based scaling. With a strengthening regulatory framework, skilled workforce, startup-friendly initiatives and increasing global investment, India provides fertile ground for foreign companies, global brands, startups and high-growth organisations.
India Entry & Business Setup Advisory ensures that companies entering India follow the complete legal, compliance and regulatory framework required under MCA, FEMA, RBI, Income Tax, GST, labour laws and business licensing frameworks.
Lawcify supports international companies, NRIs, foreign subsidiaries, brands and investors in establishing business entities in India smoothly — from structure selection to regulatory registrations and post-incorporation compliance.
With Lawcify, expanding into India becomes structured, compliant and long-term growth-ready.
Our advisory covers end-to-end business setup and regulatory compliance requirements including:
India business setup requires compliance across multiple regulatory bodies including:
Lawcify ensures a fully compliant foundation aligned with legal, financial and operational requirements.
Ideal for startups, service-based companies and high-growth businesses planning funding, ESOPs or operations in India.
Suitable for advisory and service entities requiring simplified governance with limited liability protection.
Used by foreign companies expanding into India with full control under FEMA & Companies Act.
Appropriate for foreign companies testing market entry, exploring partnerships or conducting back-office operations.
Eligible for DPIIT registration, incentives and compliance advantages.
This structured approach provides clarity, legal compliance and operational readiness from day one.
Lawcify combines legal expertise, regulatory knowledge and practical business compliance support — enabling businesses to establish and grow in India confidently.
With Lawcify, entering and operating in India becomes seamless, compliant and growth-focused.
Answers to key questions regarding Foreign Company Registration, India Entry Strategy and Business Establishment, and how Lawcify assists global investors and companies setting up operations in India.
India Entry & Business Setup refers to the process of registering a foreign-owned entity in India, obtaining regulatory approvals, establishing tax structure, opening bank accounts, setting up office operations and complying with Indian company law requirements. It includes everything from structure planning to regulatory filings and post-incorporation compliance.
Popular entry models include:
A Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) is often the most preferred because it provides full ownership, operational flexibility, limited liability, ease of compliance, and eligibility to operate like a local Indian company with full commercial rights.
Yes — foreign investment must comply with FEMA guidelines, sector-wise FDI rules, pricing regulations and RBI filing requirements such as FC-GPR, FLA Returns and reporting of investment inflow. Some sectors require prior government approval.
Documents typically include:
Requirements may vary based on entity type and country of origin.
Most companies can be fully incorporated within 3–6 weeks depending on document readiness, approvals and compliance structure. RBI filings and post-registration steps may extend the process slightly.
Yes — while most sectors allow 100% FDI under automatic route, some industries such as insurance, defence, telecom, fintech, e-commerce marketplace and NBFCs require prior approval or have investment caps as per government FDI policy.
Tax structure depends on entity type but may include corporate taxes, GST, TDS, transfer pricing rules, withholding tax and double taxation treaty provisions. A proper tax structure ensures compliance and optimised financial planning.
Yes — a private limited subsidiary requires at least one Indian resident director and a registered office address in India.
Yes — newly incorporated entities must fulfil legal formalities including tax registration, bank account setup, statutory registers, appointment of auditors, MCA filings, GST compliance, payroll compliance and FEMA reporting.
Hiring typically requires legal and payroll compliance setup. Some companies begin via contract structures or Employer of Record (EoR) arrangements, but formal hiring requires entity setup and compliance with labour laws and PF/ESI rules.
Yes — once the company is incorporated, a local corporate bank account is mandatory for inward remittances, operational expenses, payroll management and statutory compliance.
Yes — repatriation is allowed subject to FEMA guidelines, audit compliance, tax clearance and RBI reporting. Proper documentation ensures transparent and compliant profit transfer.
Lawcify provides complete India entry support including business structure planning, incorporation, RBI filings, tax registration, compliance advisory, ongoing support and regulatory management — enabling seamless market entry and legally compliant business growth in India.
Lawcify offers expert chartered secretary services, specializing in corporate governance and compliance, ensuring businesses run smoothly and stay legally compliant.
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