Begin with your business model
Describe what the Indian operation will do, who its customers will be, and how it will be funded. Ownership, sector, local activities and the proposed contractual arrangements shape the review.
Questions to resolve
- Structure: Which establishment options require evaluation for your activity and ownership?
- Investment: What foreign investment conditions, reporting and banking documentation apply?
- Tax: What Indian direct tax, GST, withholding and cross-border questions arise?
- Operations: Who will maintain books, payroll, statutory records and reporting?
- Group coordination: How will Indian information fit into the overseas group’s reporting?
For UAE, UK, USA and European businesses
Share the actual country of incorporation and tax residence, rather than only a regional label. Europe covers different jurisdictions; treaty access and overseas obligations require country-specific review. We focus on Indian matters and may coordinate with your appropriately authorised overseas advisers.
From planning to operation
An initial review identifies the proposed scope and document requirements. Incorporation, investment reporting and ongoing compliance support are agreed separately as required. Timelines depend on documents, authorities, banks and transaction complexity.
This guide does not determine eligibility, investment permissions, treaty benefits or the suitability of any legal structure.