TYPES OF FOREIGN CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Market Entry Strategy (Inbound Setup) We assist foreign companies in setting up their footprint in our country. We advise on the right legal structure based on your business goals:

• Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS): For full control and long-term operations.
• Liaison / Branch Office: For testing the market or sourcing without manufacturing.
• Joint Ventures: Partnering with local entities for faster market access.
• FEMA & FDI Compliance (Foreign Direct Investment) Moving money across borders is strictly regulated. We manage compliance with the Central Bank (e.g., RBI in India) and Foreign Exchange Management Acts (FEMA).
• Capital Injection: Filing reports when foreign money is invested into the company (FC-GPR).
• Share Reporting: Managing the legal documentation for issuing shares to foreign investors.
• Cross-Border Structuring We design tax-efficient holding structures to minimize the impact of withholding taxes and capital gains when moving profits between countries. This involves analyzing Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).
• Import/Export Licensing For trading companies, we assist in obtaining the necessary Import Export Codes (IEC) and advise on government incentives or Special Economic Zone (SEZ) benefits available for exporters.
• Expat & Immigration Advisory We assist foreign directors and employees in obtaining the necessary Business Visas, work permits, and tax registrations required to work legally in the country.

KEY FEATURES OF OUR SERVICES

• Regulatory Shield: We ensure strictly adherent to anti-money laundering (AML) and foreign exchange laws, protecting your business from severe international penalties.
• One-Stop Solution: From incorporation to bank account opening and tax registration, we handle the entire setup sequence.
• Capital Structuring: We advise on the best mix of Debt (ECB) vs. Equity to fund your foreign operations.
• Local Representation: We can act as your interim "Resident Director" or authorized representative to meet statutory local presence requirements during the setup phase.
• Speed of Execution: We know the bureaucratic shortcuts (legal ones) to get approvals faster than standard timelines.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Foreign Investors: International companies or individuals looking to invest in or set up a business in our country.
• Domestic Exporters: Local businesses planning to set up subsidiaries abroad (e.g., in Dubai, Singapore, or Delaware).
• E-Commerce Brands: Sellers looking to register VAT/GST in foreign jurisdictions to sell globally.
• Funded Startups: Companies raising Venture Capital from foreign investors requiring FEMA compliance.

HOW OUR CONSULTANCY HELPS

• The Roadmap: We provide a "Step-by-Step Entry Report" detailing costs, timelines, and licenses needed before you spend a single dollar.
• Banking Support: Opening a bank account for a foreign company is difficult. We leverage our banking relationships to expedite this process.
• Document Legalization: We guide you on the complex process of "Apostille" and notarization of foreign documents required for registration.
• Ongoing Secretarial Support: After setup, we handle the annual filings required by the Central Bank to keep your foreign investment valid.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

• Restricted Sectors: Some industries (like Defense, Atomic Energy, or Real Estate) may have caps on foreign investment. We check this first.
• Repatriation: Bringing profits back to your home country requires planning. We structure this to minimize dividend distribution taxes.
• Transfer Pricing: If you trade between your own group companies, your pricing must be at "Arm's Length." We ensure your pricing policies are defensible during an audit.
• Resident Director: Most countries require at least one local resident director. You must plan for this role.

DISCLAIMER

We act solely as a consultancy and advisory service provider. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal representation in courts. All services regarding Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and FEMA are provided based on current regulations, which are subject to change by Central Banks and Government/Regulatory bodies. The client is responsible for the veracity of the source of funds and compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws of their home jurisdiction.