Entity Types
Which India entity is right for you?
Your entity choice determines tax rate, activity scope, compliance burden, and FDI route. Select each to explore in detail.
Documents Required from Parent
1
PAN & Aadhaar of all directors and shareholders2
Address proof (utility bill / bank statement)3
Passport-size photographs of all directors4
Proposed registered office address proof5
DSC (Digital Signature Certificate) for all directorsQuick Comparison
Pvt Ltd
LLP
WOS
Branch
Liaison
Tax Rate
25.17%
30%
25.17%
40%
Nil
Earn Revenue
✅
✅
✅
⚠️
❌
FDI / Foreign
✅
Gov. Appr.
✅ Auto
RBI Appr.
RBI Appr.
Timeline
2–3 wks
2–3 wks
3–4 wks
6–8 wks
6–8 wks
Liability
Limited
Limited
Limited
Unlimited
Unlimited
Step-by-Step Process
From decision to fully operational — exactly what happens.
No surprises, no hidden steps. Here is the complete journey, week by week.
Scope of Work
Everything that's included
No hidden deliverables, no surprises. Here is exactly what we cover — from day one through ongoing compliance.
Common Questions
Questions we get every time
Q: Do I need a local Indian director?
Yes — at least one director must be an Indian resident (someone who has stayed in India for 182+ days in the preceding calendar year). We help you identify a suitable nominee director if needed, or your Indian hire can serve in this role.
Q: How long does incorporation actually take?
For a Wholly Owned Subsidiary via SPICe+, typically 7–12 working days from filing to Certificate of Incorporation. Total time from engagement start to a fully operational entity (including GST, bank account, FCGPR) is 4–6 weeks.
Q: What is the minimum paid-up capital required?
There is no statutory minimum paid-up capital for a private limited company in India. However, the initial share capital must be sufficient to cover first-year operations and must reflect the arm's length pricing in your transfer pricing structure.
Q: Can a 100% foreign-owned company repatriate profits?
Yes — dividends can be repatriated freely after payment of Dividend Distribution Tax (now abolished — dividends taxed in hands of shareholder). There is no cap on profit repatriation, subject to applicable withholding tax under the relevant DTAA.
Q: Which sectors require government approval for FDI?
Most sectors operate under the Automatic Route with no RBI or government approval required. Sectors requiring approval include defence (beyond 74%), print media, satellites, and certain financial services. We assess your specific sector before filing.
Q: Do I need transfer pricing documentation from day one?
Yes — the moment your India entity transacts with its foreign parent (management fees, IT services, royalties), those transactions must be priced at arm's length. We design the TP model before incorporation, not as an afterthought when the audit notice arrives.