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Company Registration · From the United States

Register a Company
in India from
the USA

100% online. No India visit required. Expert CA support for US-based NRIs, foreign nationals, and American businesses expanding into India.

At a Glance
Avg. registration time0 days
Process100% online — no India visit
FDI — most sectors0% permitted
Max govt. fee$0

Ex-Big 4 CA team — end to end, from structure advice to Certificate of Incorporation.

Why India

Why US Founders Are Setting Up in India.

Six real commercial advantages — not marketing copy.

01

Deep engineering & tech talent

Access one of the world's largest pools of software engineers, CAs, and technical professionals at a fraction of US cost.

02

30–60% lower operational costs

Run an India team significantly cheaper than an equivalent US setup without compromising quality or output.

03

Startup India tax exemptions

Qualify for DPIIT recognition, income tax exemption for 3 years, and fast-track IP registration.

04

Accept INR payments freely

Open Indian bank accounts, invoice local clients in INR, and manage India-sourced revenue properly.

05

Repatriate profits to the US

Dividends can be freely repatriated after withholding tax under the India–US DTAA.

06

100% FDI in most sectors

Automatic Route FDI permitted in IT, consulting, manufacturing, e-commerce, and more — no government approval needed.

Step-by-Step Process

From the USA to your Certificate of Incorporation.

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Step-by-Step
01
Day 1
01
Choose Your Business Structure
Day 1
02
Prepare & Apostille Documents
Week 1
03
Obtain DSC
Week 1–2
04
Name Reservation — MCA RUN
Week 2
05
File SPICe+ Incorporation Form
Week 2–3
06
Certificate of Incorporation
Week 3–4
Day 1

Choose Your Business Structure

US-based founders typically register a Private Limited Company (most common), LLP, or a Wholly Owned Subsidiary. We recommend the right structure based on your goals, sector, and FDI requirements.

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Documents Required

What you'll need from the USA.

All foreign documents must be apostilled before submission to Indian authorities. India and the US are both signatories to the Hague Apostille Convention.

01

Passport

Notarized + Apostilled

02

US Address Proof

Utility bill or bank statement, apostilled, within 2 months

03

PAN Card (Form 49AA) or non PAN Declaration

For foreign nationals — we assist with the application

04

DSC (Class 3)

Digital Signature Certificate — obtained remotely

05

DIN

Director Identification Number — allotted via SPICe+ filing

06

Registered Office Proof

We provide a virtual registered office address if needed

Entity Types

Which structure is right for you?

StructureBest ForMin. DirectorsFDI Route
Private LimitedStartups, funded ventures, subsidiaries2 (1 resident)Yes — Automatic
LLPConsulting, professional services2 (1 resident)Yes — restricted
WOSUS companies expanding to India2 (1 resident)Yes — 100%
Engagement Models · USD

Simple, transparent pricing.

Fixed fees. No hidden billings. Choose the engagement that matches where you are.

NRI company registration in India

For NRIs investing in or starting a company in India under the FEMA NRI route.

Starter
Starts at
$180one-time

Core incorporation for an NRI-owned entity, filed correctly under the right FEMA route.

What's included
  • NRI route check
  • Name reservation
  • MOA/AOA
  • SPICe+
  • DIN/DSC for up to 2 directors
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • PAN
  • TAN
  • PF/ESI
Most Popular
Growth
Starts at
$480one-time

Incorporation plus the registrations and first filings needed to actually start operating.

Everything in Starter, plus
  • GST registration filing
  • MSME
  • INC-20A filing
  • Share certificate
  • First board pack
  • 90-day compliance calendar
  • FCGPR filing
  • Bank account opening support
Repatriation-Ready
Starts at
$900one-time

Everything you need for a clean first year, plus the repatriation and residency groundwork done early.

Everything in Growth, plus
  • Repatriation / dividend note
  • Residency-transition checklist
  • Basic DTAA orientation
  • One strategy call
  • First year directors' report
  • First-year ROC filing complete
  • First year ITR filing
  • First year TDS returns filing

All prices exclude government fees & taxes. Final quote after the free strategy call.

FAQs

Common questions answered.

Can I register from the USA without visiting India?

Yes. The entire process is online through MCA21. All documents are submitted digitally. As long as your passport and address proof are apostilled, no India visit is needed.

Does my company need an Indian director?

Yes. At least one director must have stayed in India for 182+ days in the previous calendar year. We help you identify a nominee resident director if required.

Can a US citizen own 100% of an Indian company?

Yes, in most sectors under the Automatic Route. 100% FDI is permitted in IT, consulting, manufacturing, and e-commerce marketplace models.

How long does registration take?

Typically 15–25 working days once apostilled documents are ready. The apostille process in the US takes 3–7 business days depending on your state.

What does it cost?

Government fees range from ₹8,000–₹20,000 (~$90–$220 USD) depending on authorised capital and state stamp duty. Our professional fee is quoted upfront — contact us for an estimate.

Do I need a physical office address in India?

Yes — a registered office address is mandatory. We offer a virtual registered office service if you do not yet have a physical premises in India.

Also available:From the UKFrom Dubai / UAEFrom SingaporeFrom CanadaFrom Australia

Ready to register your Indian company from the USA?

Apostille guidance to Certificate of Incorporation — we handle everything.