Foreign Subsidiary
Registration
A Foreign Subsidiary is a company established in India by an existing foreign parent company to expand its business operations into the Indian market. The parent company holds a controlling interest in the newly incorporated entity, making it its subsidiary. Registering such an entity in India is known as Foreign Subsidiary Registration. The registration process involves fulfilling various legal and regulatory requirements, which may vary depending on the nature of the business and applicable foreign investment regulations.
Essential Requirements for
Starting a Foreign Subsidiary in India
Here are the essential requirements and conditions mandated by the Government of India for incorporating a Foreign Subsidiary Company.
No Minimum Capital Requirement
There is no minimum capital requirement to start a Foreign Subsidiary in India. Parent companies can establish their subsidiary with any amount of investment.
Minimum Two Shareholders
A Foreign Subsidiary incorporated as a Private Limited Company in India must have at least two shareholders.
No Restriction on Shareholding
A parent company can hold either 100% ownership or partial shares in its Indian subsidiary, subject to applicable FDI regulations.
Minimum Two Directors
A Foreign Subsidiary must appoint at least two directors, and one of them must be an Indian resident as per the Companies Act, 2013.
Registered Office in India
A physical registered office address in India is mandatory for incorporating and operating a Foreign Subsidiary Company.
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| Concerned Person | Documents Required |
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| Indian Director / Shareholder |
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| Foreign / Parent Company |
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| Authorized Representative of the Foreign Company |
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| Registered Office Address (India) |
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| Additional Requirement |
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What You'll Receive
Here's a complete breakdown of everything you receive at each stage of your Foreign Subsidiary registration.
Pre-Incorporation Deliverables
- Strategic advisory on entity structure, shareholding pattern, and the applicable FDI route
- Name reservation and approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
- Drafting and vetting of charter documents including the MOA and AOA
- Complete filing of incorporation forms with the MCA
- DIN and DSC assistance for both Indian and foreign directors
- Issuance of the Certificate of Incorporation (CIN)
- PAN and TAN issuance for the newly formed entity
- Preparation of board resolutions and appointment letters
Post-Incorporation Deliverables
- Filing of INC-22 for registered office verification
- Filing of INC-20A confirming commencement of business
- Appointment of the company's first statutory auditor via ADT-1
- Issuance and stamping of share certificates
- Ensuring FDI, RBI, and FEMA compliance
- Preparation and filing of the FC-GPR form
- Coordination with the bank for FIRC and KYC formalities
- CS certification confirming FDI compliance
Foreign Subsidiary Registration Process in India
Follow these simple steps to get your Foreign Subsidiary registered in India without any hassle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about Foreign Subsidiary Company.
A Foreign Subsidiary Company is a company incorporated in India that is owned or controlled, either wholly or partially, by a foreign parent company to conduct business operations in the Indian market.