Can a 100% foreign-owned company be incorporated in India?

Yes. A Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) Private Limited Company allows 100% foreign ownership under the FDI Automatic Route for most sectors. Foreign nationals and foreign companies can hold 100% shares. Minimum 2 directors are required — at least 1 must be an Indian resident (stayed 182+ days). TAXAJ provides a qualified nominee Indian director. No India visit is required for incorporation.

How long does it take to incorporate a foreign subsidiary in India?

The incorporation process typically takes 7 to 10 working days from the date all documents are in order. This includes DSC issuance, name approval (RUN), MCA e-filing, and receipt of the Certificate of Incorporation along with PAN, TAN and GST registration. Apostille of foreign stakeholder documents may take additional time depending on the country.

Do I need to visit India to set up my Indian company?

No India visit is required. The entire incorporation process is done remotely. Foreign directors and shareholders need to get their Passport and Address Proof apostilled by the Indian Embassy or Apostille Authority in their home country. TAXAJ guides you through the exact process for your country and coordinates document preparation, DSC issuance via video verification, and e-filing with the Registrar of Companies.

What is a Resident Indian Director and why is it mandatory?

Under Section 149(3) of the Companies Act 2013, every Indian company must have at least one director who has stayed in India for a minimum of 182 days during the previous calendar year. Foreign nationals typically do not fulfil this requirement. TAXAJ provides a qualified CA/professional as your statutory nominee Indian director. This service is available only alongside an active Compliance Package — not as a standalone — due to the significant fiduciary and legal responsibility involved.

What is FC-GPR and when must it be filed with RBI?

FC-GPR (Foreign Currency — Gross Provisional Return) is filed on the FIRMS portal of RBI to report foreign direct investment (FDI) received by an Indian company. It must be filed within 30 days of allotment of shares to the foreign investor. TAXAJ handles the entire FC-GPR filing process including FIRC issuance coordination, Company Secretary certificate, and CA valuation certificate required for the filing.

What documents are required from a foreign stakeholder to incorporate in India?

Foreign directors and shareholders need: (1) Apostilled copy of Passport, (2) Apostilled Proof of Address — bank statement, utility bill or driving licence not older than 2 months, (3) Latest 1-month personal bank statement, (4) Passport-size photograph, (5) Email ID and phone number. If documents are in a non-English language (German, Russian, French, Japanese, etc.), a certified English translation apostilled by the Indian Embassy is also required. TAXAJ provides a country-specific checklist.

Can TAXAJ provide a registered office address in India for my foreign subsidiary?

Yes. TAXAJ provides a Virtual Registered Office Address in Delhi, Bangalore, Goa and Bihar. The address is valid for MCA company incorporation, GST registration, bank account opening, RBI/FEMA correspondence, and all regulatory filings. It includes a dedicated receptionist, mail handling, and courier forwarding. The address can be maintained annually as your company's official registered office.

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🇮🇳 India Entry requires at minimum: one resident Indian director (stayed 182+ days) + a registered office address. If you don't have either, TAXAJ provides both through the All-In-One package. FC-GPR must be filed with RBI within 30 days of share allotment.

Company Formation in India

Incorporate a 100% foreign-owned Private Limited Company (Wholly Owned Subsidiary). Includes DSC, RUN name approval, MCA e-filing, Certificate of Incorporation, PAN, TAN, GST registration, INC-20A, and FC-GPR with RBI FIRMS portal.

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Indian companies require at least one director who has resided in India for 182+ days. TAXAJ provides a qualified CA/professional as your statutory nominee director. Available only alongside a Compliance Package — TAXAJ does not offer this standalone due to fiduciary risk.

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⚠️ Resident Director — Compliance Package Required: TAXAJ's Resident Indian Director service carries significant fiduciary and legal responsibility for our professional. We therefore offer it only bundled with an active Compliance Package where we actively manage the company's statutory obligations. If you need only a Resident Director, please select the All-In-One / Compliance Nirvana package above.

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Required for DSC preparation, apostille guidance and RBI reporting.

📋 Documents required from foreign stakeholders: Apostilled Passport + Address Proof (bank statement / utility bill / driving licence) + latest 1-month personal bank statement. If documents are in a non-English language — German, Russian, French etc. — we arrange certified translation. TAXAJ guides you step-by-step for your specific country.

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Confirm scope, TAXAJ begins DSC, RUN, incorporation filing. Certificate of Incorporation issued within 7–10 working days. FC-GPR with RBI filed within 30 days of share allotment.

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